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Sautéed Shrimp

Succulent, easy sautéed shrimp can be enjoyed on their own or as a side dish. Healthy and, with the mix of spices, exploding with taste.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
4 mins
Total Time
14 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 274 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
  • Pinch salt and pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoon butter cold
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • bunch of parsley

Instructions

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  1. Peel and devein shrimps. Leave the tail on. Once the shrimp are clean, pat dry with a paper towel and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Combine the spices in a small bowl and mix well. Marinate the shrimp with the spices and olive oil.
  3. Heat a skillet on HIGH then add the marinated shrimp in one even layer. Sautee for 2 minutes then flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the cold butter.
  4. Transfer the sauteed shrimp to a plate and garnish with lemon wedges and parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 274kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 316mg (105%) Sodium 1377mg (57%) Potassium 332mg (9%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 0.3g (1%) Vitamin A 1750IU (35%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 136mg (14%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 274

% Daily Value*

Calories 274kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 316mg 105%
Sodium 1377mg 57%
Potassium 332mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 0.3g 1%
Vitamin A 1750IU 35%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 136mg 14%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.