Lemon Herb Garlic Shrimp
Lemon Herb Garlic Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails on or off
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. This helps them sear better and prevents them from steaming.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh dill, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Add the dried shrimp to the bowl with the herb and garlic mixture. Toss gently to ensure all shrimp are evenly coated.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Heat a large skillet (cast iron or stainless steel works best) over medium-high heat until hot. Add the shrimp in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to cook in batches.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking, as shrimp can become rubbery.
⏱️ 6 min
- 6
Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and toss gently to combine.
⏱️ 1 min
- 7
Serve immediately as an appetizer or over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
⏱️ 1 min
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Lemon Herb Garlic Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails on or off
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. This helps them sear better and prevents them from steaming.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh dill, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Add the dried shrimp to the bowl with the herb and garlic mixture. Toss gently to ensure all shrimp are evenly coated.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Heat a large skillet (cast iron or stainless steel works best) over medium-high heat until hot. Add the shrimp in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to cook in batches.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking, as shrimp can become rubbery.
⏱️ 6 min - 6
Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and toss gently to combine.
⏱️ 1 min - 7
Serve immediately as an appetizer or over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
⏱️ 1 min