Steamed Garlic Shrimp
Juicy shrimp steamed under a fragrant blanket of garlic, with a pop of red chili and fresh green onion. Served over steamed rice, this is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a small bowl, mix the 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Set aside.
Step 2
Arrange the 1 lb shrimp in a single layer on a heatproof plate. Spoon the garlic mixture evenly over the shrimp.
Step 3
Place the plate in a steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Carefully remove the plate from the steamer. Sprinkle with the 3 sliced green onions and 1 sliced red chili pepper.
Step 5
Serve the shrimp hot with the 2 cups steamed rice on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- Steamer or large pot with lid
- Heatproof plate
- Small bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
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