Garlic Shrimp Steamed Cabbage

Name: Garlic Shrimp Steamed Cabbage
Total time: 27 min
Ingredients: 8-10 pieces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 medium head, sliced into thin strips napa cabbage or Chinese cabbage; 1 ounce glass noodles (cellophane noodles); 4-5 cloves garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; to taste salt; 1 tablespoon chopped green onions for garnish

A light and fragrant Cantonese-style steamed dish featuring tender shrimp, delicate cabbage strips, and silky glass noodles all kissed with aromatic garlic.

27 min

Medium

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This classic steamed dish balances the sweetness of fresh shrimp with the subtle crunch of cabbage, while glass noodles absorb all the savory garlic flavors. It's a perfect weeknight dinner that's both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 8-10 pieces

napa cabbage or Chinese cabbage 1/2 medium head, sliced into thin strips

glass noodles (cellophane noodles) 1 ounce

garlic cloves, minced 4-5 cloves

vegetable oil 2 tablespoons

light soy sauce 1 tablespoon

sesame oil 1 teaspoon

salt to taste

chopped green onions for garnish 1 tablespoon

Instructions

Prepare the noodles and cabbage

Soak the glass noodles in cold water for 15-20 minutes until they become soft and pliable. Drain well and spread them evenly across a shallow steaming plate or bowl. Arrange the cabbage strips on top of the noodles in a neat layer.

Prep the shrimp

Using a sharp knife, slice each shrimp horizontally almost through to the other side, then open it up like a book. This creates a butterfly shape that cooks evenly and looks beautiful. Season lightly with salt.

Arrange and season

Place the prepared shrimp on top of the cabbage, alternating them in a decorative pattern. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the shrimp and vegetables.

Steam to perfection

Bring water to a vigorous boil in your steamer. Carefully place the plate in the steamer, cover tightly, and steam for 8-10 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, and the cabbage is tender but still retains a slight crunch.

Finish and serve

Carefully remove the steaming plate from the pot (watch for hot steam). Heat the vegetable oil until it just begins to smoke, then carefully pour it over the dish to create a fragrant sizzle. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and serve immediately while hot.