Quick Garlic Shrimp for One

A plate of cooked shrimp garnished with chopped parsley and crispy garlic bits, served with two lemon wedges on the side.

Quick Garlic Shrimp for One

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This quick garlic shrimp for one is packed with flavor and ready in under 15 minutes. A simple shrimp dinner perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 7

Total Time 12

Servings: 1

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 295

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 cloves garlic
2 sprigs fresh parsley
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice plus 1-2 wedges for serving
3 ounces raw shrimp about 11-12 medium, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

cutting board
chef's knife
colander optional, to rinse and drain the shrimp
medium skillet

Method

Mince the garlic, chop the parsley, halve the lemon, and rinse and dry the shrimp.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat, and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds just until fragrant. (Don't let it brown.)
Add the shrimp in a single layer and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle with the lemon juice.
Serve immediately and garnish with chopped parsley and fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 12gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 137mgSodium: 485mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 672IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Storage: Best eaten fresh, but leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Frozen shrimp: To thaw, run under lukewarm water for a few minutes and then dry.

Meal Prep: Mince the garlic ahead of time and keep the shrimp thawed in the fridge.

Dairy free: Replace butter with additional olive oil.

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