Garlic Shrimp With Onions And Peppers Recipe

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined

1 Tbs vegetable oil

1/2 medium white onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings

1 large bell pepper, seeded and cut up in thin strips

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

4 garlic cloves, finely minced

salt and pepper

1/4 Tbs red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish: fresh cilantro, minced

Preparation

In large non-stick pan, heat up oil and lightly saute onion, bell pepper and garlic. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, add to pan and cook for 5-6minutes until almost done. Toss in the red pepper flakes, add lime juice and allow to heat through (2-3 mins). Sprinkle minced cilantro on top to serve.

Serve with green salad and crusty bread or Mexican rice.