13 minutes
A quick and delicious shrimp dish flavored with garlic and parsley, perfect for a light meal.
0 lb
to taste
to taste
Garlic Clove, finely chopped
each
0.25 fluid ounces
Parsley Sprigs, finely chopped
each
tablespoons
1. Season the Shrimp
Prepare your shrimp by seasoning them with salt and fresh-ground black pepper, making sure the seasoning penetrates the shell for maximum flavor.
2. Prepare Garlic and Parsley
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves, then cover them with olive oil to prevent any oxidizing. Pick the leaves off the parsley sprigs and chop them finely, making sure you have at least 3 tablespoons ready.
3. Cook the Shrimp
Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet until it’s hot, then add the extra-virgin olive oil. Increase the heat and add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Cook them for about 3 minutes, until the shells start to turn pink. This high heat will cook the shrimp quickly, keeping them tender and juicy.
4. Add Garlic and Parsley
Once the shrimp are just cooked, turn off the heat and add the chopped garlic and parsley to the skillet. Toss the shrimp in the pan until they are well coated with the garlic and parsley mixture.
5. Serve
Serve the Garlicky Parsley Shrimp Delight immediately, while it’s still hot and fragrant. Enjoy!
Toss the garlicky, herbed protein with your choice of pasta for a quick seafood pasta dish. The same technique can be applied to rice or grains for a pilaf-style dish.
Replace shrimp with other proteins such as chicken, scallops, or firm tofu. The cooking time may vary depending on the protein; for example, chicken will take longer to cook than shrimp.
By adding specific spices like curry powder, paprika, or cumin, you can steer the dish towards different global cuisines, from Indian to Spanish or Middle Eastern.
Add the zest of a lemon or lime to infuse a bright, citrusy note that complements the shrimp's sweetness. For a subtler change, try orange zest instead.
Incorporate umami-rich ingredients like anchovies, capers, or sun-dried tomatoes to give the dish a more complex taste. This can lean towards a Puttanesca-style variant.
Choose fresh, wild-caught shrimp for the best flavor and texture, or properly thawed frozen shrimp. Pat them dry before cooking.
Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until just pink and slightly opaque.
Preheat a wide skillet with oil until shimmering for a good sear on the shrimp.
Use fresh garlic and finely mince it or use a garlic press for an even consistency that blends into the sauce.
Deglaze the pan with white wine or stock after cooking the shrimp to incorporate the fond into the sauce.
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