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Spanish Garlic Shrimp Taverna Recipe

Transport your taste buds to a vibrant Spanish taverna with this sizzling Garlic Shrimp recipe! Succulent shrimp are sautéed to perfection in fragrant garlic, olive oil, and a touch of sherry, then served directly to your table in a sizzling skillet. The irresistible pan juices are begging to be soaked up with crusty bread. A simple, yet stunningly flavorful dish ready in under 20 minutes! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 281.1 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (12 Reviews)
Spanish Garlic Shrimp Taverna

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Ingredients for Spanish Garlic Shrimp Taverna

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How to Make Spanish Garlic Shrimp Taverna

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Increase heat to high. Add 1 pound shrimp, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon dry sherry, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
  4. Stir well and sauté, stirring frequently, until shrimp turn pink and curl, about 3-5 minutes. Do not overcook.
  5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
  6. Serve immediately in the skillet, garnished with lemon wedges (optional). Serve with crusty bread for sopping up the delicious pan juices.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

11g

Carbs

1g

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