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Garlic Shrimp: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe to Savor

Ingredients

– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt, to taste
– Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– Juice of 1 lemon
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Making Garlic Shrimp is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Prep Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside.
2. Melt Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it’s bubbling.
3. Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
4. Season Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine well.
5. Cook Shrimp: Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
6. Add Lemon Juice: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and stir gently.
7. Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh finish.
8. Serve: Transfer the garlic shrimp to a serving dish immediately for the best flavor and presentation.

These simple steps will yield an incredible dish bursting with flavors!

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