Ingredients
– 1 1/2 pounds raw large shrimp (26 to 30 per pound) peeled and deveined
– 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 3 tablespoons minced garlic (about 10 cloves)
– Finely grated zest of 1 medium lemon (1 tablespoon)
– Juice of 1 medium lemon (3 tablespoons)
– 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
– Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
1-Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture for better searing.
2-Melt the 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large 12-inch frying pan over medium-low heat.
3-Add the 3 tablespoons of minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.
4-Add the 1 1/2 pounds of shrimp, 1 tablespoon of finely grated lemon zest, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
5-Toss everything together and arrange the shrimp in an even layer in the pan.
6-Increase the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are firm and just cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes.
7-Serve the shrimp garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and lemon wedges if desired.
Last Step:
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🌶️ For additional heat, substitute smoked paprika with cayenne pepper.
🌶️ To reduce spiciness, decrease the amount of red pepper flakes.
🥡 Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 289
- Sugar: 0.5 grams
- Sodium: 443 milligrams
- Fat: 15.4 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9.2 grams
- Carbohydrates: 4.1 grams
- Fiber: 0.8 grams
- Protein: 35.1 grams