Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients

• ½ cup olive oil
• 2 large garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 28 to 32 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 6 tablespoons shrimp or chicken broth
• ½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons chopped parsley

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    247 calories; 27 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 19 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 278 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 servings

Preparation

1. Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and pepper flakes. Cook until the garlic is sizzling (reduce heat if garlic colors too quickly), about 1 minute.
2. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and add to pan. Add paprika and bay leaf. Saute until opaque on the bottom, about 1 minute. Turn shrimp over. Cook about 10 seconds.
3. Add broth. Simmer until shrimp are cooked, about 1 minute. Remove shrimp from pan with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Add lemon juice to cooking liquid. Taste and correct seasonings.
4. Spoon the sauce and sprinkle the parsley over the shrimp. Serve immediately.