Whole30 Pan-Fried Shrimp Tails
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Whole30 Pan-Fried Shrimp Tails recipe! Featuring tender shrimp cooked to perfection, this dish combines the smoky warmth of paprika with the punchy freshness of garlic and lemon juice for a flavor-packed experience. The tails are left intact for added crunch and depth, while a garnish of vibrant parsley completes the presentation. Ready in just 25 minutes, this skillet-cooked shrimp recipe is perfect as a Whole30-friendly appetizer or light main course. With minimal prep and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors, these pan-fried shrimp tails are a quick, wholesome option for weeknight dinners or entertaining. Serve them hot for an impressive dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp with tails on
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp with cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Leave the tails on for added flavor and crunch.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, ensuring each piece has contact with the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side.
Sprinkle paprika, salt, and black pepper over the shrimp, then flip each shrimp and season the other side with more paprika, if desired. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque and slightly caramelized.
Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the shrimp with fresh lemon juice.
Transfer the shrimp to a serving plate and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy as a Whole30 compliant appetizer or main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
727 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2047 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 110.2 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1356 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.
