Jul 14 2026

Shrimp (head On) Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Shrimp (head On) Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Rinse the head-on shrimp under cold running water to remove any debris or sand. Pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Chop Garlic

    Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.

  3. 3

    Chop Parsley

    Rinse the parsley under cold water, shake off excess water, and chop it coarsely.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

  2. 5

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add the head-on shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

  3. 6

    Add Lemon and Parsley

    Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the shrimp and stir in the chopped parsley. Cook for an additional minute to combine flavors.

  4. 7

    Serve

    Remove from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving dish. Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve hot.

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