Side Shrimp Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Shrimp
Thaw the shrimp if frozen and peel and devein them if necessary. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely using a knife or garlic press.
3
Chop the Parsley
Wash and finely chop the parsley leaves, discarding the stems.

4
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it is shimmering.
5
Sauté the Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but do not let it brown.
6
Cook the Shrimp
Add the prepared shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
7
Add Lemon Juice and Parsley
Once the shrimp are cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Toss everything together to combine.
8
Serve
Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired and serve immediately.