Description
It is so easy to pan-fry shrimp on the stovetop! This step-by-step recipe and tutorial will show you exactly how to get perfectly cooked shrimp every time.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, defrosted and deveined
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or butter
- seasoning of choice - Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, etc
Instructions
- Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, toss shrimp and about 2 teaspoons of seasoning together to coat.
- When skillet is hot, add the shrimp. Cook 2-3 minutes, then flip to the opposite side.
- Cook an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Shrimp are done when they are bright pink and shaped like a “C.” Remove from heat once done cooking to prevent overcooking. Overcooked shrimp curl into a tight “O” shape and will be rubbery in texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 126
- Sugar:
- Sodium: 134.9 mg
- Fat: 4.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber:
- Protein: 22.8 g
- Cholesterol: 182.5 mg