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Extreme close-up of seared pink and white shrimp mixed with wilted translucent green cabbage and matchstick red peppers. (Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry)

Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry with a Glossy Amber Garlic Sauce

This Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry features plump, charred shrimp and wilted green cabbage in a thick, glossy amber sauce. A vibrant, 20-minute meal perfect for healthy weeknight dinners that taste better than takeout.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined (454g)
  • 1/2 head Green Cabbage Roughly chopped (450g)
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Sliced into matchsticks
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper Sliced into matchsticks
  • 2 medium Carrots Julienned
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Coarsely cracked
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce (45ml)
  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tsp Brown Sugar For amber color and balance
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch For the glossy sheen

Equipment

  • 1 Wok or Large Cast Iron Skillet Essential for high-heat searing.
  • 1 Chef's knife For julienning vegetables.

Instructions
 

Prep and Sear
  1. Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Sear shrimp for 90 seconds until pink with a slight char. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add carrots and peppers to the pan. After 2 minutes, add the chopped cabbage and toss until wilted and translucent.
  3. Whisk sauce ingredients and pour into the center of the pan. Stir until thick and glossy. Return shrimp to the pan, toss with garlic flecks and black pepper, and serve.

Notes

Ensure the shrimp are completely dry before cooking to get the best sear.
Slice vegetables to a uniform size for even cooking.
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