Garlic Pan Shrimp Skillet (Print Version)
Pan-seared shrimp with garlic, lemon, and butter served hot with crusty bread or over pasta.
# Ingredients:
→ Seafood
01 -
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Aromatics
02 -
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
→ Oils and Fats
03 -
3 tablespoons olive oil
04 -
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Seasonings
05 -
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
06 -
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
07 -
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Accompaniments and Garnishes
08 -
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
09 -
Lemon wedges, for serving
10 -
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
11 -
8 ounces crusty bread, sliced
# Steps:
01 -
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden; do not burn.
03 -
Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the skillet. Sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Sprinkle in red pepper flakes and toss to combine.
04 -
Reduce heat to low. Add butter, stirring until melted. Drizzle with lemon juice and shower with chopped parsley.
05 -
Serve immediately with warm crusty bread and lemon wedges. Use bread to absorb the aromatic oil. This dish may also be enjoyed over cooked pasta or rice.
# Notes:
01 -
Prepare all ingredients in advance, as the cooking process moves quickly. Avoid overcooking shrimp to preserve tenderness.