Description
A simple and delicious shrimp recipe that’s quick to prepare. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
- Serve with rice or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: shrimp, easy shrimp recipe, garlic shrimp, seafood, quick dinner