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Delicious Asian Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry

Delicious Asian Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry
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Delicious Asian Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal combining tender shrimp and crisp cabbage with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a savory soy-sesame sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, this stir fry offers a perfect balance of freshness, texture, and umami-packed taste that’s ideal for busy weeknights or anyone seeking a nutritious and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Vegetables

  • 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 4 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or 1 fresh chili, chopped (optional)

Sauces and Oils

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil (such as vegetable or canola oil) for cooking shrimp

Optional Additions

  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar (for sweetness)
  • Extra vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Thinly slice the cabbage, mince the garlic, and grate fresh ginger. Have your soy sauce, oils, and any optional ingredients ready before cooking as stir fry cooks quickly.
  2. Heat the Pan and Cook Shrimp: Warm a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add neutral cooking oil. Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  3. Stir Fry the Vegetables: In the same pan, add toasted sesame oil. Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the sliced cabbage (and any extra veggies if using) and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until the cabbage is tender but still crunchy.
  4. Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Pour in the soy sauce and stir thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly. Cook for an additional 1 minute to blend the flavors together.
  5. Final Touches and Serve: Sprinkle red pepper flakes (or fresh chili) and sliced green onions over the stir fry. Give a final toss, remove from heat, and serve immediately over steamed rice, noodles, or enjoy on its own.

Notes

  • Use high heat during cooking to keep vegetables crisp and shrimp juicy.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan by cooking shrimp in batches if necessary.
  • Prepare and measure all ingredients before starting to cook since stir fry moves quickly.
  • Fresh ginger provides the best flavor; avoid powdered ginger.
  • Start with less soy sauce to control saltiness and adjust as needed.
  • For gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
  • To make vegetarian, replace shrimp with tofu or tempeh and use vegetarian soy sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to 1 month.
  • Thaw frozen leftovers overnight and reheat gently with a splash of water or soy sauce to restore moisture.

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