Garlic and Herb Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
35 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
178 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic and Herb Shrimp
Description
For Garlic and Herb Shrimp, shrimp shells are removed and a butterfly cut along the back cleans and opens each piece. This allows marinade ingredients, including garlic, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, to coat thoroughly. The shrimp should marinate no longer than 10 minutes to avoid the acidic lemon juice beginning to "cook" the shrimp.
The cooking method involves heating olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sautéing the shrimp approximately 1.5 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through. The timing is critical to avoid overcooking, which makes shrimp rubbery. The result is shrimp with a fresh herb aroma, bright citrus notes, and a hint of pungent garlic.
This simple but flavorful preparation is suitable as a main dish with sides or as a component in salads, pastas, or appetizers. The recipe emphasizes proper timing and careful cooking to maintain shrimp tenderness.
Note that residue heat will continue cooking the shrimp slightly after removal from the pan, so it is wise to remove from heat promptly at doneness.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp 16 to 20 count per pound, jumbo
- 2 Tbsp parsley minced, fresh
- 1 garlic minced, large clove
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard grey poupon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1/8 cup olive oil plus 2 Tbsp
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Clean the shrimp, remove the shells. Make a slit down the back of the shrimp and clean well. This will also create the "butterfly" effect. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Mix together all of the ingredients except the shrimp.
- Add shrimp and coat well with the mixture. Cook within 10 minutes of combining or the lemon juice will start to cook the shrimp.
- In a large saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil on medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook about 1 1/2 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
Notes
- Butterflying shrimp helps the marinade penetrate and ensures even cooking.
- Marinate shrimp no more than 10 minutes to prevent lemon juice from cooking it prematurely.
- Cook shrimp 1½ minutes per side on medium-high heat to keep them tender and prevent rubberiness.
- Residual heat continues cooking shrimp after removing from skillet; remove promptly when done.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbs | 1g | |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 286mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 1187mg | 49% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 168IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 167mg | 17% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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