Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp for a Healthy Weeknight Wow!

A quick and flavorful Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp recipe perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

2 lb Raw Shrimp peeled and deveined
½ tsp Sea Salt adjust to taste
½ tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
2 tsp Chili Flakes adjust for heat preference

For the Sauce

6 tbsp Butter or Olive Oil olive oil is a lighter substitute
1 tsp Onion Powder or use fresh onion, finely chopped
9 cloves Garlic minced
2 tsp Paprika or smoked paprika for a different flavor
2 tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
¼ cup White Wine substitute with chicken broth mixed with lemon juice for non-alcoholic

For Garnish

2 tbsp Cilantro chopped

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
large skillet

Method

Steps

Season the shrimp by combining with sea salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and chili flakes in a large mixing bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter or olive oil, allowing it to melt for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
Sauté the minced garlic in the skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly golden.
Cook the seasoned shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and fully opaque.
Pour in the lemon juice and white wine, stirring gently and allowing it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve right after cooking. Thaw shrimp properly for best results.

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