Description
A delightful dish of tender and juicy shrimp pan-seared with garlic and fresh herbs, creating a symphony of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in cold water for 15-20 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels.
- Toss the shrimp in a bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer to the skillet, searing for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Serve with a light salad, fluffy rice, or pasta, and enjoy.
Notes
For variations, try adding spices like paprika or citrus for added brightness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain that perfect sear.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, seafood, pan-seared, quick dinner, family recipe, easy cooking