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Sauteed Shrimp
Perfectly seasoned and finished with bright lemony flavors, this Sautéed Shrimp recipe yields the juiciest and most tender shrimp in 10 minutes or less! Serve it as an appetizer, side dish, or over a bed of rice, noodles, or salad! It is perfect for any occasion, from entertaining guests to a quick weeknight dinner
Prep time
5 min
Cook time
4 min
Total time
9 min
Yield
4
Ingredients
9
Steps
3
Filed under: shrimp, stovetop, citrus.
Source channel: Preppy Kitchen
Key ingredients
pounds large shrimp ), garlic cloves, paprika, ground black pepper, red pepper flakes.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off (675g))
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Method
- Thaw the shrimp, if using frozen. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, garlic, salt, paprika, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss together until the shrimp is well coated.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in lemon zest and juice. Garnish with parsley.