Shrimp (head On) Recipe
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
Clean the Shrimp
Rinse the head-on shrimp under cold water and remove any debris. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
- 3
Juice the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into a small bowl. Remove any seeds.
- 4
Chop the Parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
Cooking
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 6
- 7
Add the Shrimp
Add the cleaned head-on shrimp to the skillet. Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 8
Add Lemon Juice
Pour the fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional minute.
- 9
