Garlic Fried Shrimp
Introduction
If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful seafood treat, these Garlic Fried Shrimp are pure perfection. Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and infused with the rich aroma of sautéed garlic, this dish is irresistible. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main course, it pairs beautifully with a squeeze of lemon, a dipping sauce, or a side of steamed veggies. With just a handful of ingredients and under 30 minutes, you can bring restaurant-quality shrimp straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 500 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (9 g)
- ½ teaspoon salt (3 g)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (1 g)
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes, optional (1 g)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (4 g), for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
For the batter (optional for extra crispiness)
- 60 g all-purpose flour (½ cup / 2 oz)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (3 g)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (1 g)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
Directions
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