Pan Seared Shrimp
Pan Seared shrimp is a quick and delicious dish where shrimp are cooked in a hot pan, usually with some oil or butter, garlic, and seasonings like salt, pepper, and sometimes lemon juice or herbs. The shrimp develop a nice golden crust on the outside while staying tender and juicy inside.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Frying Pan
- Tongs or spatula
- Chef's knife and cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl & Paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a bit of heat
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they start to turn pink and develop a golden crust.
- Flip the shrimp and add the minced garlic to the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Lower the heat to medium. Add the butter and lemon juice to the pan, tossing the shrimp to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 1 minute until the butter is melted and the shrimp are well coated.
- Remove the shrimp from the heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately with your choice of side, such as rice, pasta, or salad.