Lemon Garlic Shrimp
A quick and flavorful recipe for Lemon Garlic Shrimp that combines succulent shrimp with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic.
Equipment
- Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set
- measuring cups and spoons
- garlic press
- Ribbon Grater
- Lemon Squeezer
- Knife Block Set
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Season all over with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the shrimp, keeping them in a single layer if possible. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is tender and opaque throughout, 3–5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice, and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 23gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 198mgSodium: 475mgPotassium: 373mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 511IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 1mg
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