Thai-Inspired Shrimp and Cabbage Stir-Fry for One
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Shrimp, shredded cabbage, soy and cilantro make a quick single-serving skillet meal. Cook the cabbage first so the shrimp need only a short time in the pan.
Thai-Inspired Shrimp and Cabbage Stir-Fry for One
- Yield
- 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (or cole-slaw mix)
- 3 teaspoons avocado or canola oil, divided
- 1 slice onion, halved
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 8 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined (1/2 lb. shrimp)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (Optional: adjust for βheatβ preferenceβ)
Step-by-step instructions
- Stir-fry cabbage in 1 teaspoon oil for about 2 minutes, until tender. Transfer to a bowl and keep warm.
- Add remaining oil to the skillet and cook onion and garlic until tender.
- Add shrimp, water and soy sauce. Stir-fry for about 2β3 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Stir in cilantro and pepper flakes, then serve over the cabbage.
What to serve alongside
Rice or the cabbage alone.
Helpful questions
How do I keep the seafood tender?
Prepare every ingredient before heating the skillet and add chili flakes to suit your taste.
Can I use frozen seafood?
Yes, when it is suitable for this recipe. Thaw it in the refrigerator after removing vacuum packaging, then pat dry before cooking. Follow the recipe or product label if it specifically calls for cooking from frozen.
