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spicy lemon garlic shrimp

Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp: 5 Steps to Flavor Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This dish features shrimp sautéed in a spicy lemon garlic sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control spice level.
  • Serve with rice or pasta for a complete meal.
  • Fresh shrimp works best for flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: spicy lemon garlic shrimp