Halabos na Hipon

Ingredients

• 2 pounds large shrimp (head on)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 head garlic (peeled and minced)
• 1/2 cup 7-up or Sprite
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
• salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. 1

   Using scissors, trim tendrils off shrimps. Rinse and drain very well.

2. 2

   In a skillet over low heat, add butter and oil.

3. 3

   When butter begins to melt, add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for about 30 to 40 seconds or until lightly browned and aromatic.

4. 4

   Raise heat to high. Add shrimp and cook, stirring regularly, for about 1 minute.

5. 5

   When they begin to change color, add 7-up.

6. 6

   Add chili pepper flakes and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Continue to cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimps turn pink and liquid is mostly absorbed. Serve hot.