Lemon-Scented Shrimp (Gamberi al Limone)
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
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Calories
136 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Lemon-Scented Shrimp (Gamberi al Limone)
Description
This recipe uses peeled and deveined shrimp cooked in extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. The shrimp are seasoned with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and crushed red chile flakes, which add gentle heat without overwhelming the flavor. Cooking is done in two stages: first searing one side to a bright pink tail, then flipping and finishing with a squeeze of lemon juice.
The lemon juice and zest introduced at the end infuse a fresh, bright citrus note that balances the mild spiciness and olive oil richness. When cooked through, the shrimp become coiled and tender yet firm enough to retain shape and texture.
This dish is presented simply with lemon zest garnish and best served immediately to preserve the shrimp's tender texture. It works well as an appetizer when portioned with a few shrimp per person or as a main course with a larger serving.
There are no additional preparation or storage notes, but serving promptly after cooking ensures optimal texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb Shrimp (either fresh or frozen, raw, peeled and deveined, wild-caught, without any additives)
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- ⅛ tsp red chile flakes to taste, crushed
- lemon juice and zest from one
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- When oil begins to release its aroma, add shrimp, salt, black pepper, and crushed red chile flakes. Cook shrimp on one side just until the tail of the shrimp is bright pink, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Turn shrimp over and squeeze lemon juice over top. Cook shrimp until all the gray color is gone and they are pink and cooked through, approximately 1 to 2 more minutes. At this point, shrimp should be coiled slightly tighter than when they were raw. Shrimp will continue to sizzle in the pan.
- When they are cooked completely through, transfer shrimp to a serving platter, garnish with lemon zest, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve 2 to 3 shrimp per person as an appetizer or 6 to 7 for a main course portion.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 136 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 5 shrimp | |
| Calories | 136kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 183mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 340mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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