Zesty Garlic Skillet Shrimp with Lemon & Parsley
Quick and easy to make, this zesty garlic skillet shrimp recipe features succulent shrimp cooked with fresh garlic, lemon, and parsley, perfect for a speedy weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Paper towels
- Large skillet (cast iron or stainless steel)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined, tails on or off
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3-4 garlic minced
- 1 large lemon half for juice, half for wedges/slices
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more, to taste
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Place shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Finishing Touches
- Remove skillet from heat, squeeze lemon juice over shrimp, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy. Serve immediately for best results.