Blackpot Shrimp Get Together Recipe

Name: Blackpot Shrimp Get Together
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tbsp. vegy oil, divided; 1 small sweet green pepper; 1 small sweet red pepper; 3 sections ginger root, size of quarters, thinly sliced into strips; 3 leaves garlic, chopped; 2 lb. shrimp, unshelled; 1 Tbsp. white sugar; 1 Tbsp. black pepper; 3 Tbsp. lightly salted soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. white vinegar; 2 fresh onions (for garnish)

Servings: persons

4 Tbsp. vegy oil, divided
1 small sweet green pepper
1 small sweet red pepper
3 sections ginger root, size of quarters, thinly sliced into strips
3 leaves garlic, chopped
2 lb. shrimp, unshelled
1 Tbsp. white sugar
1 Tbsp. black pepper
3 Tbsp. lightly salted soy sauce
1 Tbsp. white vinegar
2 fresh onions (for garnish)

1
Dice the peppers to about 1/4 the size of the shrimp.
2
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil until drop of water dances on top.
3
Stir-fry peppers and onions for 1 minute; set aside.
4
In same pot, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil until hot and saute ginger and garlic until slightly brown and aromatic.
5
Add shrimp, sugar and black pepper.
6
Stir-fry approximately 5 minutes until each shrimp has assumed a pinkish/red color.
7
Add soy sauce and vinegar.
8
Heat to steaming.
9
Boil and reduce heat to simmer.
10
Cover.
11
Allow shrimp to steam in covered pot for approximately 5 minutes.
12
(Oversteaming causes shells to separate from shrimp.)
13
Mix in peppers and onions. Garnish and serve in pot.
14
Serve with rice or French bread.

580

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Tbsp. vegy oil, divided, 1 small sweet green pepper, 1 small sweet red pepper, 3 sections ginger root, size of quarters, thinly sliced into strips, and more.

Yes, Blackpot Shrimp Get Together falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blackpot Shrimp Get Together

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Variations & substitutions

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