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Simple Pan Fried Garlic Shrimp

Simple Pan Fried Garlic Shrimp

A quick, flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp coated in a garlicky, buttery sauce. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Seafood, Shrimp
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Peel and devein shrimp, pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes per side, until pink and slightly curled.
  • Remove shrimp and set aside. Add lemon juice to the skillet, stir to combine, and scrape up browned bits.
  • Return shrimp to the skillet and toss in the sauce. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.