Southwestern Stir Fried Shrimp Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time1 Hr 10 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In1 Hr 20 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageCuisine
SpecialityMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Large raw shrimp - 1 (1/2 pounds), peeled
 Lime juice2 Tablespoon
 Cornstarch2 Teaspoon
 Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon, grounded
 Salt1/4 Teaspoon
 Pepper1/4 Teaspoon
 Yellow bell pepper1 1/2 Medium
 Red bell pepper1 1/2 Medium
 Red onion1 Medium
 Chicken broth1/3 Cup (16 tbs)
 Garlic2 Clove (5gm)
 Red cayenne pepper1/8 Teaspoon
 Cilantro2 Tablespoon, chopped

Directions

GETTING READY
1) Take the peeled shrimp and cut into lengthwise.
2) Wash out the vein properly.
3) Press the shrimp open to flatten slightly.
4) Take a plastic bowl and mix cornstarch, lime juice, cumin, salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp.
5) Cover the bowl and keep in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

MAKING
6) Take a 12-inch skillet and spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
7) Add the bell peppers, onion, broth, garlic and grounded red pepper to the skillet and cook them for 2 minutes. Keep stirring them.
8) Stir in the shrimp mixture and cook for another 4 minutes.

SERVING
9) Serve the shrimp over rice or noodles.
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