Pan-Fried Shrimp Tails
Elevate your seafood game with these Pan-Fried Shrimp Tails, a quick and irresistibly flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or an easy appetizer. Packed with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, these shrimp tails are pan-seared to golden perfection in just minutes. The fresh parsley garnish and lemon wedges add a vibrant finishing touch, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. With just a handful of pantry-friendly ingredients and a simple one-pan cooking method, this recipe is a go-to for seafood lovers seeking bold, fresh flavors with minimal prep time. Serve alongside a crisp salad or crusty bread for a meal that’s as effortless as it is satisfying.
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Ingredients
- 20 pieces shrimp tails
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the shrimp tails under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the shrimp tails to the skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Step 5
Season the shrimp tails with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until they start turning pink.
Step 6
Flip the shrimp tails and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
Step 7
Add the lemon juice over the shrimp tails and toss to coat evenly. Allow the liquid to reduce for about 1 minute.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the shrimp tails with fresh parsley.
Step 9
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over the shrimp right before eating.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (173.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 359.3 |
| Total Fat 28.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 160.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1278.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.2g | |
| Protein 21.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 90.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 343.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories