Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Spicy Shrimp Concoction

This is probably my favorite thing to eat right now because its low-cal and okay for my diet. I love stir fry but can't do the oil so I use MCT Oil, but you can use olive oil. I tend to pile on the spice so it's definitely done to taste. This makes the best second day meal, once the flavors have had time to sit, so I suggest making enough for lunch the next day.

Ingredients:
Peeled, deveined shrimp
Fresh cilantro
Red pepper flakes
Cayenne pepper powder (what you can handle)
Fresh limes (around 4)
Zucchini
Red bell pepper
Fresh garlic

MCT Oil or Olive Oil

First mix all ingredients (except bell pepper and zucchini) in a bowl. Chop and cook your zucchini and pepper with a tsp or two of your preferred oil. In another pan cook your shrimp, let simmer once it's cooked, it'll become a thicker liquid. Combine with the veggies and serve.

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