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Spicy Shrimp

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp cooked with garlic, red pepper flakes, and paprika, perfect for any seafood lover.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Chopped parsley for garnish


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet, season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  5. Remove from heat, serve with lemon wedges and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

For added heat, adjust the amount of red pepper flakes. Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet for freshness.