Description
A flavorful and zesty Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp recipe featuring jumbo shrimp seared to perfection in a buttery garlic sauce with hints of paprika, chili flakes, and fresh lemon juice. Perfectly balanced with a touch of white wine and fresh cilantro, this dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes and Italian salad for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 2 lb raw jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili flakes or to taste
Sauce and Garnish
- 6 tablespoons butter or olive oil (divided as 1 tbsp for seasoning, 2 tbsp for searing, 4 tbsp for sauce)
- 9 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- ¼ cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Place the shrimp in a large bowl and season with 1 tablespoon of butter, sea salt, black pepper, onion powder, paprika, and chili flakes. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Sear Shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat in a skillet. Once melted and hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Sear each side for about 1 minute until shrimp turn pink and slightly golden. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare Garlic Sauce: Deglaze the skillet by pouring in ¼ cup of white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Add 4 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the garlic turns golden brown but does not burn, about 1-2 minutes.
- Combine and Finish: Add the finely chopped cilantro into the garlic sauce and stir for 1 minute on low heat. Return the seared shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them thoroughly in the sauce. Drizzle the freshly squeezed lemon juice over the shrimp, give a final mix, and remove from heat.
- Serve: Serve the spicy lemon garlic shrimp hot, ideally accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and a fresh Italian salad for a complete meal experience.
Notes
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- Adjust chili flakes quantity to suit your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
