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Incredibly Quick and Easy Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Incredibly Quick and Easy Garlic Shrimp Recipe

A sensational Garlic Shrimp recipe that's quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Your taste buds will be dancing with delight!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 cloves of garlic minced
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper optional
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter cut into chunks
  • ⅓ cup fresh Italian parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat the Skillet Heat a skillet over high heat and add the olive oil. Allow the skillet to get smoking hot.
  2. Cook the Shrimp Add the shrimp to the pan, spreading them out so they are not sitting on top of each other. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Toss the shrimp quickly to avoid overcooking.
  3. Add Garlic and Seasonings Add the minced garlic and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for about 1 minute, stirring continuously.
  4. Finish with Lemon and Butter Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the shrimp and add the cold butter chunks to the skillet. Stir to melt the butter and coat the shrimp in the sauce.
  5. Add Parsley Toss in the fresh Italian parsley and give the shrimp a final toss.
  6. Serve Turn off the heat, and your garlic shrimp is ready to eat! Serve immediately as an appetizer or main course.

Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.