How to Make Spicy Garlic and Pepper Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp is a versatile and delicious seafood that lends itself well to a variety of flavors and cooking techniques. One of the most popular ways to prepare shrimp is with a spicy, garlicky, and peppery seasoning that really brings out the natural sweetness and brininess of the shrimp. This recipe for Spicy Garlic and Pepper Shrimp is guaranteed to please any seafood lover and is the perfect dish for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 8 large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons sliced onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 serving

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over high heat. Add cabbage and 1 tablespoon water stir-fry for 30 seconds. Remove cabbage from skillet and place on a serving platter.
  • Heat the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in the skillet over high heat. Place the garlic and shrimp in the skillet and stir until garlic is lightly browned and shrimp turns pink. Add pepper, onion, cilantro, soy sauce and remaining water to the skillet. Stir-fry for 10 seconds. Pour the hot mixture onto the cabbage.
  • Nutrition

    406 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 85mg
    • Sodium: 1017mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 384mg