A quick and flavorful garlic shrimp recipe cooked in a cast iron skillet, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner or appetizer.
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and set aside.
Heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt completely.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and sprinkle with smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes on one side without moving them, until they start to turn pink and opaque.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes on the other side until fully cooked and opaque.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the shrimp.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top and toss gently to combine all flavors.
Serve immediately in the cast iron skillet or transfer to a serving dish.