Description
Hi there, fellow kitchen enthusiasts! If you’re anything like me, you love discovering recipes that bring joy to the dinner table without sending your evening into a tailspin. That’s where Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp comes in. This dish packs a zesty punch with just the right amount of heat, making it a fantastic choice for the busy mom or professional eager to impress loved ones. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant seafood delight that delivers flavor and satisfaction in every bite. Are you ready to make dinner intriguing again?
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb raw jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 9 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili flakes or to taste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- ¼ cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Wash shrimp under cold water, then dry with a paper towel and place in a large bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter, salt, black pepper, onion powder, paprika, and chili flakes. Mix well.
- Over medium-high heat, sear shrimp with 2 tablespoons of butter for 1 minute on each side, then remove and set aside.
- Deglaze the skillet with ¼ cup white wine, then add 4 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic.
- Once the garlic browns, add cilantro and cook on low heat for 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning.
- Add the shrimp back to the skillet and mix everything together, then drizzle with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
- Remove from heat and serve with mashed potatoes and an Italian salad.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chili flakes according to your preference.
- Fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor; avoid bottled lemon juice if possible.
- This dish pairs well with a variety of sides, such as rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg