Fiery Lemon Basil Shrimp

Name: Fiery Lemon Basil Shrimp
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 80 ml extra-virgin olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, sliced; 1 tsp red pepper flakes; 2 tsp paprika; 900 g shell-on deveined jumbo shrimp; 60 ml lemon juice; 30 g chopped fresh basil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper

This zesty and fiery shrimp dish is a quick and easy recipe that features pan-fried shrimp, garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and fresh basil. It's bursting with flavor and perfect for a speedy dinner.

20 min

easy

238kcal

calories

carbohydrates

14g

fat

fiber

25g

protein

459mg

sodium

sugar

Dinner American

Ingredients

80 ml extra-virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic, sliced

1 tsp red pepper flakes

2 tsp paprika

900 g shell-on deveined jumbo shrimp

60 ml lemon juice

30 g chopped fresh basil

0.5 tsp salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over high heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and paprika, then add the shrimp, tossing to coat. Pour in the lemon juice and cook until the shrimp turn bright pink on the outside and are no longer transparent in the center, for 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the fresh basil, and toss lightly. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper before serving.