For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of butter to the skillet along with the olive oil. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your liking. For a milder dish, omit them entirely. Fresh lemon juice and zest are key to the bright, citrusy flavor of this dish. Avoid using bottled lemon juice if possible. Serve over pasta or rice, or alongside crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce. Shrimp are cooked when they turn pink and opaque. Overcooking will make them tough.
Lemon-Garlic Shrimp
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS130
Succulent shrimp bathed in a vibrant, zesty lemon-garlic sauce, kissed with a hint of spice. This dish is both elegant and effortless, perfect as an appetizer or a quick weeknight dinner served over pasta or rice.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol128 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium460 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Prepare your ingredients: Gather, measure, and prep all ingredients before starting. (5 minutes)
02
Step
3 mins
Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp, garlic, and red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring to combine. Season with seafood seasoning, salt, and pepper. (2-3 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Cook the Shrimp: Cook, stirring frequently, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, and are cooked through. Be careful not to overcook, as shrimp can become rubbery. (3-5 minutes)
04
Step
1 mins
Finish with Lemon and Parsley: Reduce heat to low. Stir in the fresh parsley, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly in the vibrant sauce. (1 minute)
05
StepServe: Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and lemon wedges, if desired.
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Claudine Wilkinson
Mar 14, 2025This recipe is so quick and easy! I made it on a weeknight and it was a huge hit with my family.
Candelario Leannon
Nov 22, 2024The lemon and garlic flavors are perfectly balanced. It's so bright and fresh!
Drew Zboncak
Nov 15, 2024I added a splash of white wine to the skillet after cooking the garlic and it added another layer of flavor.
Shakira Buckridge
Aug 24, 2024I served this over linguine with a little bit of the pan sauce and it was amazing!
Marcel Labadie
Feb 2, 2024Be careful not to overcook the shrimp! I made that mistake the first time, but it was perfect the second time around.