Lemon Garlic Shrimp
Lemon Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that elevates any dinner with its bright flavors and enticing aroma. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a culinary masterpiece featuring succulent shrimp in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressive gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and deveining the shrimp. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Place shrimp in the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp, add red pepper flakes, and stir well to combine.
- Serve immediately on plates garnished with extra parsley or lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Marinate the shrimp in lemon juice and garlic for at least 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor. Feel free to substitute shrimp with scallops or add vegetables like asparagus or bell peppers for variety.