Shrimp in Garlic Spices
Dive into the bold and irresistible flavors of Shrimp in Garlic Spices—a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for seafood lovers craving a punch of flavor! Tender shrimp are sautéed to perfection in a luscious blend of olive oil and butter, infused with the aroma of minced garlic and complemented by smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. This delightful dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or an elegant appetizer. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley and paired with zesty lemon wedges, this recipe delivers a tantalizing combination of spice and freshness. Serve it alongside crusty bread, rice, or a light salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt, combining it with the olive oil.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the paprika, red pepper flakes, and ground cumin. Cook for another 30 seconds to toast the spices.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve the shrimp hot with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1091 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.0 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 952 mg | 317% | |
| Sodium | 1019 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 111.6 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1480 mg | 31% | |
*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.
