Best 10 Seared Shrimp With Lemon And Garlic Recipes

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Awaken your taste buds to the tantalizing flavors of perfectly seared shrimp, infused with the zest of lemon and the savory aroma of garlic. This exquisite dish, often served as an appetizer or main course, offers a delightful balance of tangy citrus, fragrant herbs, and tender seafood. Whether you prefer a quick and easy skillet preparation or an elegant presentation with a lemon garlic butter sauce, this culinary journey will guide you through the process of creating an unforgettable seafood experience.

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PAN SEARED SHRIMP WITH GARLIC-LEMON BUTTER



Pan Seared Shrimp With Garlic-Lemon Butter image

This is so good and so simple to make. I made it tonight and my whole family raved about how good it was. I got the recipe from America's Test Kitchen.

Provided by Alisa Lea

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined (21/25 count)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Beat butter with a fork in a small bowl until light and fluffy. Stir in garlic, lemon juice, parsley and 1/8 tsp salt until combined. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tbs oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat until smoking. Meanwhile toss shrimp, salt, pepper and sugar in a medium bowl. Add half of shrimp to pan in a single layer and cook until spotty brown and edges turn pink, about 1 minute. Remove pan from heat; using tongs, flip each shrimp and let stand until all but very center is opaque, about 30 seconds. Transfer shrimp to a large plate.
  • Repeat with remaining oil and shrimp; after second batch has stood off heat, return first batch to skillet along with flavored butter and toss to combine. Cover skillet and let stand until shrimp are cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.8, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 237.2, Sodium 1258.1, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 23.4

SEARED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



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All you need are four ingredients-large shrimp, extra-virgin olive oil, lemons, and garlic-to make this flavorful appetizer. This versatile dish is equally delicious served piping hot or at room temperature.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lemons
4 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and rinsed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Finely grate zest of 3 lemons. Juice all 4 lemons; strain juice, and set aside. Place shrimp in a large bowl; add lemon zest, garlic, and 1/4 cup olive oil; toss well to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large saute pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, and heat until oil is hot but not smoking. Working in batches, arrange a single layer of shrimp in pan, being careful not to overcrowd pan. Cook until underside is golden brown, 45 to 60 seconds. Turn over, and continue cooking until other side is golden brown and shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute. Transfer to a large serving platter. Deglaze pan with 1 1/2 tablespoons reserved lemon juice, stirring up any browned bits with a wooden spoon, and pour pan sauce over shrimp. Cover loosely with foil while repeating process with remaining batches, adding 1 tablespoon oil each time.

SEARED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



Seared Shrimp with Lemon and Garlic image

Categories     Sauce     Garlic     Side     Lemon     Shrimp

Yield serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lemons
4 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and rinsed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Finely grate the zest of 3 lemons. Juice all 4 lemons; strain the juice, and set aside. Place the shrimp in a large bowl; add the lemon zest, garlic, and 1/4 cup olive oil; toss well to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, and heat until the oil is hot but not smoking. Working in batches, arrange a single layer of shrimp in the pan, being careful not to crowd them. Cook until the underside is golden brown, 45 to 60 seconds. Turn over, and continue cooking until the other side is golden brown and the shrimp are cooked through, about 1 minute. Transfer to a large serving platter. Deglaze the pan with 1 1/2 tablespoons reserved lemon juice, stirring up any browned bits with a wooden spoon, and pour the pan sauce over the shrimp. Cover loosely with foil while repeating the process with the remaining batches, adding 1 tablespoon oil each time.

GARLIC LEMON SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: butter, shrimp, salt, pepper, garlic, red chili flakes, fresh parsley, lemon juice

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
1 lb shrimp, deveined with tails removed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
  • Spread the shrimp around in the pan in a single layer, sprinkling the salt and pepper on top, then cook until the butter is starting to turn a dark brown. Flip the shrimp, add the garlic and chili flakes, and cook for about 15-30 seconds.
  • Add the parsley and lemon juice, reducing the lemon juice down to a sauce, then remove from heat.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 46 grams, Sugar 0 grams

SHRIMP WITH GARLIC AND LEMON



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Pair this garlicky shrimp recipe with Corn Pancakes for a satisfying, easy-to-make meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add shrimp; cook, tossing occasionally, until pink and opaque, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Toss with lemon juice and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 g, Fat 14 g, Protein 35 g

SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



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My favorite way to saute fresh shrimp. This is so quick and simple. Serve over rice or angel hair pasta (I usually saute a little more garlic in olive oil and toss it with the pasta before topping with the shrimp). Yum!

Provided by CarolAnn

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lemons
2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Peel, devein and rinse shrimp.
  • Set aside.
  • Grate the zest of both lemons, then juice both lemons.
  • Keep zest and juice separate.
  • In a large bowl, place shrimp then add lemon zest, garlic and half of the olive oil.
  • Toss well to coat evenly and season with the salt and pepper.
  • Heat remaining oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
  • Saute shrimp in single layer for about 1 minute on each side until cooked through.
  • (You may have to work in batches).
  • After all shrimp is cooked and removed from pan, deglaze pan with 3 T of lemon juice, stirring up any browned bits.
  • Pour sauce over shrimp and serve.

GARLIC SEARED SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Garlic Seared Shrimp Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-81356

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
20 large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 medium sized cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon cilantro, fresh, chopped
1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 pinch table salt

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over high heat until very hot. Lightly coat bottom of pan with 1 teaspoon of oil. Heat oil until lightly smoking. Add ten shrimp in a single layer. Cook just until golden and orange, 10 seconds; flip shrimp quickly. Cook 10 seconds more and immediately transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp and 1 teaspoon oil. Reduce heat to medium-high and add remaining 2 teaspoons oil. Add garlic and cook until light golden brown, about two minutes. Stir in paprika. Return shrimp to pan. Reduce heat slightly and cook shrimp until done, about 1 minute; fold in parsley, cilantro, lemon juice and salt. Serve shrimp with pan sauce spooned over top; garnish with cilantro.

BAKED LEMON SHRIMP WITH GARLIC



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An easy Baked Lemon Shrimp with Garlic recipe. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Categories     Rice     Bake     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Lemon     Shrimp     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds large shrimp (about 30), peeled
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
1 tablespoon mined garlic, or to taste
1/2 cup flat-leafed parsley leaves, washed well, spun dry, and chopped fine
2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest (from about 2 large lemons)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
Accompaniments:
cooked rice
lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • In a flameproof baking dish large enough to hold shrimp in one layer melt butter with salt over moderately low heat. Stir in garlic and half of parsley. Add shrimp and bake 5 minutes. Turn shrimp and sprinkle with remaining parsley, zest, and lemon juice. Bake shrimp until just cooked through, 5 to 10 minutes more.
  • Serve shrimp with rice and lemon wedges.

LEMON GARLIC SHRIMP



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You just may make memories with this yummy Lemon Garlic Shrimp, suggests Kristine DeGaetano from Brick, New Jersey. "This was the meal I cooked for my husband on our first date," she recalls. "To this day, he still remembers that night whenever I cook it for him." TIP: If you're watching your sodium intake, serve over regular long grain or wild rice, rather than a mix. Tip idea: If you are watching your sodium, serve this over regular long grain or wild rice, not from a mix. From a mix, 1 cup rice is left over. We could give a suggestion for using it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2-3 hours, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Cook rice according to package directions. Cover and refrigerate 1 cup cooked rice for another use. Drain and discard marinade from shrimp. , In a large skillet, saute shrimp in reserved marinade for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Serve shrimp with remaining rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Fat 16g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 252mg cholesterol, Sodium 1319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

GARLIC LEMON SHRIMP



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You'll be amazed that you can make this simple, elegant pasta in mere minutes. Serve with crusty bread to soak up all of the garlic lemon sauce. -Athena Russell, Greenville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Hot cooked pasta or rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute shrimp 3 minutes. Add garlic, lemon juice, cumin and salt; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. Stir in parsley. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp: Opt for large, fresh shrimp with firm, translucent flesh. Avoid shrimp that are brown or have black spots.
  • Clean the shrimp properly: Devein and peel the shrimp, leaving the tails intact for presentation. Rinse the shrimp thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Season the shrimp well: Before cooking, season the shrimp with a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. This will enhance the flavor of the shrimp.
  • Cook the shrimp over high heat: Searing the shrimp over high heat will create a beautiful golden-brown crust while keeping the inside tender and juicy. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will impact the final dish. Use fresh lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the shrimp, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the shrimp from cooking evenly and may result in steamed shrimp instead of seared shrimp.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, garnish the seared shrimp with fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or chives. This will add a pop of color and freshness to the dish.

Conclusion:

Seared shrimp with lemon and garlic is a quick, easy, and delicious seafood dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. With its crispy golden-brown exterior and tender, juicy interior, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables, quinoa, or rice for a complete meal. The combination of flavors in this dish is simply irresistible, and it's a great way to enjoy the freshness of shrimp. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give this seared shrimp with lemon and garlic a try - you won't be disappointed!

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