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20-Minute Shrimp Stir Fry

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Ingredients

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20-Minute Shrimp Stir Fry

1 lb shrimp

½ heads cabbageshredded

1 carrotshredded

½ red bell pepperthinly sliced

3 scallionssliced, green parts separated

2 cloves garlicchopped

¼ cup cilantrochopped

2 tablespoons coconut aminos

3 tablespoons coconut oil

Salt and pepper

Instructions

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Instructions

Heat 3 tablespoons coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and season with salt and pepper. Cook shrimp for 3 minutes per side.

Remove cooked shrimp from the pan and set aside on a plate.

Reduce heat to medium, and add in 1 tablespoon coconut oil (if needed). Add minced garlic and white portion of sliced scallions, cooking for about 1 minute.

Add in shredded cabbage, cooking for about 2 minutes to make room for other veggies. Add shredded carrots and sliced red bell pepper to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and continue cooking for about 5 to 7 minutes. Veggies should be cooked through, but still firm.

Turn off heat and stir in coconut aminos, green portion of scallions and cilantro. Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, stir to combine and adjust seasoning, as needed.

Serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pat Shrimp Dry for Perfect Searing 💧
Thoroughly pat shrimp dry with paper towels before cooking to remove excess moisture, which prevents steaming and ensures a beautiful golden sear in the coconut oil.
Cook Shrimp Last for Ideal Texture 🍤
Sauté all vegetables first until tender-crisp, then add shrimp in the final 3-4 minutes to avoid overcooking and maintain their tender, succulent texture.
Coconut Aminos Substitute Strategy 🥥
If unavailable, mix equal parts soy sauce and coconut water, or use tamari for a Whole30-compliant alternative with similar umami depth and saltiness.
Prep All Ingredients Before Cooking 🔪
Mince garlic, chop vegetables, and measure coconut aminos before heating the skillet—stir-frying happens quickly and there's no time to prep mid-cook.
Fresh Cilantro Added at Finish 🌿
Stir cilantro in during the last 30 seconds of cooking to preserve its fresh, bright flavor rather than wilting it with prolonged heat exposure.