Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMr. & Mrs. Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar1/2 Lb Shrimp (no Head) Recipe

1/2 Lb Shrimp (no Head) Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

Our Shrimp (no head) has had the head removed, and the shell has been cut for easier access to the shrimp!

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Thaw the shrimp if frozen by placing them in a bowl of cold water for about 10-15 minutes. Once thawed, pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Heat the Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  2. 3

    Sauté the Garlic

    Add 3 teaspoons of minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Make sure not to burn the garlic.

  3. 4

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add the 0.5 lb of shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper over the shrimp. Stir well to coat the shrimp in the seasonings.

  4. 5

    Sauté Until Cooked

    Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. This should take around 6-8 minutes total.

  5. 6

    Add Lemon Juice and Parsley

    Once the shrimp are cooked, drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over them and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Stir to combine.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve Hot

    Remove from heat and serve the shrimp immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy your dish!

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