Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp Delight Recipe
A quick and flavorful seafood dish featuring tender shrimp marinated in lemon and garlic, perfect for a bright and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon lemon zest
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
- for serving Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Mix garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Add shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and toss gently.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or serve with crusty bread.