Best Garlic Shrimp Recipe

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Black pepper is a common spice that adds heat.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions are often less expensive and add freshness.

Buy shrimp based on the best price available.

Shell the shrimp by pulling off the legs and twisting the shell until it comes off.

Squeeze the tail to pop it off.

De-vain the shrimp by cutting along the spine and removing the black line.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Add olive oil to the skillet and let it heat up.

Chop garlic (used an entire bowl of garlic).

Add red pepper flakes to the garlic.

Add garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute.

Season with salt to taste and add paprika for color and flavor.

Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for a few minutes, ensuring not to overcook them.

Turn off the skillet once the shrimp are cooked.

Add fresh lemon juice to the dish.

Add chopped parsley for presentation.

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