Best Garlic Shrimp Recipe ...quick and easy

Ingredients

• 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined; shells saved for broth)
• 1 bulb Garlic (peeled and separated into cloves)
• 3 tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 2 tbsp White Wine (optional; use a dry white wine)
• 4 tbsp Lemon Juice (juice of 2 lemons)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper
• 8 slices Thick Sliced Bread (for sopping up the oil)

Instructions

1. Prep Ingredients

   Peel the garlic bulb and separate cloves; mince or crush them. Juice the lemons, chop the parsley, and pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

2. Heat Oil

   Place the large skillet over medium‑high heat and add 3 tbsp olive oil. Let the oil shimmer.

   Time: PT2M

3. Sauté Garlic & Red Pepper Flakes

   Add the red pepper flakes and the whole garlic cloves to the hot oil. Stir constantly and cook until the garlic just begins to turn golden, about 1 minute.

   Time: PT1M

4. Cook Shrimp

   Add the shrimp in a single layer, sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper, and optionally splash 2 tbsp white wine. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

   Time: PT2M

5. Finish with Lemon and Parsley

   Turn off the heat, pour in the 4 tbsp lemon juice, and toss to coat. Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.

   Time: PT1M

6. Serve

   Transfer the shrimp and pan sauce to a serving plate. Serve immediately with thick sliced bread for sopping up the garlicky oil.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

1 g