Shrimp is super versatile and cooks quickly. Here’s a simple and flavorful shrimp recipe that works as a main dish, pasta topping, or appetizer.
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
- 1 lb (450 g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp paprika or chili powder (optional for a kick)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika or chili powder if using.
- Cook the shrimp
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Finish with lemon
- Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and toss gently.
- Serve
- Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve over rice, pasta, salad, or with bread.
Tips
- Shrimp cooks very fast—overcooking makes it rubbery.
- For more flavor, marinate shrimp 15–30 minutes in olive oil, garlic, and herbs before cooking.
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach for a one-pan meal.
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