Easy Peel Shrimp Recipe

Name: Crabby's Dockside Clearwaters Easy Peel Shrimp Recipe
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, 16/20 size (peeled, tails on or off per preference); 1 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika); 1 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 2 tbs olive oil; 1 tbs unsalted butter; 1 tbs fresh lemon juice (about 1 small lemon); 2 tbs fresh parsley, chopped

Inspired by Crabby's Dockside Clearwater

Time20m

Serves2

Make Easy Peel Shrimp Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp & Seasoning

1 lb raw shrimp, 16/20 size (peeled, tails on or off per preference)

1 tsp kosher salt

1 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground

1 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)

1 tsp Watkins garlic powder

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Cooking Fats & Fresh Flavor

2 tbs olive oil

1 tbs Unsalted butter

1 tbs fresh lemon juice (about 1 small lemon)

2 tbs Fresh parsley, chopped

Method

Prep

Thaw & Dry

If using frozen shrimp, thaw overnight in refrigerator or place sealed shrimp in a bowl of cold water for 10–20 minutes until pliable. Pat shrimp very dry with paper towels — dry shrimp sears better and won’t steam.

Season

Place dried shrimp in a bowl. Add kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss or stir until shrimp are evenly coated.

Cook

Heat Pan

Set a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to shimmer but not smoke, about 1 minute.

Sear Shrimp

Add seasoned shrimp to the pan in a single layer, giving them space (cook in two batches if needed). Cook undisturbed for 1.5–2 minutes until the underside is pink and lightly browned.

Flip & Finish

Flip each shrimp and add the tablespoon of butter. Continue cooking for another 1–2 minutes until shrimp are opaque throughout and firm to the touch (internal temperature ~120–135°F; do not overcook). Spoon melted butter and oil over shrimp as they finish to glaze them.

Add Lemon & Herbs

Remove pan from heat. Immediately add fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, toss briefly to combine and coat shrimp.

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve immediately while hot.