Pan Fried Shrimp Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Jumbo pan-fried shrimp served with your choice of drawn butter or cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Shrimp
Rinse the jumbo shrimp under cold running water. Remove the shells and devein them if they aren't already prepared.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
3
Prepare the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half and set aside for garnishing.

4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
5
Sauté the Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
6
Cook the Shrimp
Add the cleaned shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
7
Serve
Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet and serve immediately with lemon wedges and your choice of drawn butter or cocktail sauce.