Shrimp Recipe
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Ingredients
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Marinated Shrimp
Finishing & Serving
Method
Marinated Shrimp
- 1
Prepare shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. If not already done, peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on or off per preference. Dry shrimp will brown better.
- 2
Make marinade
In a medium bowl whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes until combined.
- 3
Marinate
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes (no longer than 1 hour) to let flavors penetrate. If short on time, proceed immediately after tossing.
Cook & Finish
- 4
Preheat pan
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt and foam but not burn; the foam will subside and the pan should be hot.
- 5
Sear shrimp
Remove shrimp from marinade, letting excess drip off (reserve marinade). Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the hot skillet so they have space; you may need to cook in two batches. Cook undisturbed for 1¾–2 minutes until the underside turns pink and golden.
- 6
Flip and finish
Flip shrimp and cook for another 1–1½ minutes until opaque and firm to the touch. Add the reserved marinade to the pan and cook for 30–45 seconds, spooning sauce over the shrimp, until the garlic is fragrant and the sauce slightly thickens. Total cook time per batch ~3–3½ minutes to avoid overcooking.
- 7
Add herbs and lemon
Turn off the heat, stir in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley and squeeze 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice over the shrimp. Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt or a bit more lemon if desired.
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