The word shrimp comes from the Middle English shrimpe meaning “pygmy” and referring to the small size of the crustacean. As an excellent source of protein, it is considered a health food as it has almost no saturated fat and is high in calcium, iodine, and omega-3 fatty acids. Common methods of preparation include baking, boiling, frying, and grilling. Native Americans were the first to catch shrimp for food in North America, and today it remains the most popular shellfish in the United States. Seafood is commonly served with a small dish of garlic butter; however, this recipe doesn’t need the extra dish because the seafood is already coated in the sauce.
Recipe Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 1 lb large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2–3 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Place the butter in a large skillet and melt it over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and season them with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook the shrimp for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Depending on the size of the skillet, the shrimp may need to be cooked in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Add the garlic and continue cooking for about 1 minute before removing the pan from the heat.
- Stir in the lemon juice and parsley.
- Transfer the shrimp to a dish and serve.
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