Lemon Pepper Shrimp
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Lemon Pepper Shrimp
Description
This recipe calls for thawed shrimp patted dry, then coated in a mixture of all-purpose flour seasoned with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. The seasoned shrimp are cooked in a heated skillet with butter and olive oil, allowing the coating to crisp up while the shrimp cook quickly on both sides (about 2 minutes per side) to maintain juiciness.
The addition of fresh lemon juice during cooking adds brightness and acidity complementing the peppery seasoning. The butter enriches the dish’s flavor and encourages browning. It’s a straightforward stovetop method to prepare flavorful shrimp.
Lemon wedges and parsley garnish the dish, enhancing its fresh citrus notes and presentation. This shrimp can be served as an appetizer or a light main paired with sides like rice or salad.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp deveined, medium
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 lemon
Optional
- lemon and parsley for serving, wedges
Instructions
- Defrost shrimp under cold running water if frozen. Dab dry with paper towels.
- Combine flour, lemon pepper, garlic powder, black pepper and salt. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
- Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil and butter are sizzling, add shrimp and cook until crisp & browned. Flip over and brown the other side. (About 2 minutes per side). Squeeze ½ lemon over top. Do not overcook!
- Serve with lemon slices and parsley.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 286 | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 300mg | 100% |
| Sodium | 932mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4.6mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 169mg | 17% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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