GARLIC SHRIMP WITH ONIONS AND PEPPERS

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Categories     Garlic     Shellfish     Sauté

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined
1 Tbs vegetable oil
1/2 medium white onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 large bell pepper, seeded and cut up in thin strips
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
salt and pepper
1/4 Tbs red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish: fresh cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • In large non-stick pan, heat up oil and lightly saute onion, bell pepper and garlic. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, add to pan and cook for 5-6minutes until almost done. Toss in the red pepper flakes, add lime juice and allow to heat through (2-3 mins). Sprinkle minced cilantro on top to serve. Serve with green salad and crusty bread or Mexican rice.

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