Fast and Easy Shrimp Frozen and Quickly Cooked
Ready in just 12 minutes, this *Fast and Easy Shrimp (Frozen and Quickly Cooked)* recipe transforms frozen shrimp into a flavorful, restaurant-quality dish with minimal effort. Featuring tender shrimp sautéed in olive oil, fragrant garlic, and a kick of red pepper flakes, this recipe is brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice and topped with vibrant parsley for a fresh finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder is versatile—serve it solo, over rice, or paired with a crisp salad. With just a few simple ingredients and quick prep, it’s the ultimate go-to for a fast, healthy shrimp dinner. Keywords: fast shrimp recipe, easy seafood dinner, frozen shrimp ideas, quick shrimp recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams frozen cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 unit lemon (juiced)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Thaw the frozen shrimp by placing them in a colander under cold running water for 3-4 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the thawed shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until heated through.
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes over the shrimp and stir to combine.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the shrimp and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately on its own, over rice, or alongside a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 852 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 2883 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 109.3 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1351 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
