Lemon Garlic Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
192 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Lemon Garlic Shrimp
Description
This recipe involves patting peeled and deveined shrimp dry, then seasoning with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cooking starts by heating butter and olive oil in a skillet and briefly sautéing minced garlic and crushed red pepper to release aromas. Shrimp are added and cooked just until opaque and tender, preserving juiciness. The skillet is removed from heat before stirring in lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley, providing fresh acidity and herbal brightness.
The combination of butter and olive oil creates a rich yet balanced fat base. Paprika adds subtle warmth and color. The shrimp maintain a tender texture without becoming rubbery due to careful timing.
Serve this shrimp dish immediately as a light entrée or appetizer paired with side dishes like rice or salad. Its quick preparation makes it suitable for weeknight meals.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days and reheated briefly on medium heat to avoid overcooking. Proper reheating prevents the shrimp from becoming tough.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, large or jumbo
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. 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. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is tender and opaque throughout, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice and sprinkle with the chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
- To reheat, warm a pan over medium heat and quickly heat the shrimp to prevent rubbery texture from overcooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 192 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 192kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 198mg | 66% |
| Sodium | 475mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 511IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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