How to Cook Shrimp on the Stovetop

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Learn how to cook shrimp on the stovetop like a pro! Don’t walk away, these bite-sized crustaceans require your full attention because they cook fast.

·published 2020-03-25

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Servings

['4', '4 servings']

Total time

20 min

prep 15 min

Calories / serving

181 kcal

Ingredients (6)

serves

1 pound shrimp (16/20 count size, peeled and deveined)shrimp
2 tablespoon olive oil (divided)
½ teaspoon kosher saltsalt
¼ teaspoon black pepperpepper
1 teaspoon minced parsleyparsley
4 lemon wedgeslemon

Instructions (7 steps)

01If using frozen shrimp, defrost in the refrigerator overnight. For quick-defrosting, place shrimp in a colander and run cold water over until no longer icy, about 3 minutes.
02Thoroughly drain and pat the shrimp dry using paper towels.
03In a medium bowl combine shrimp, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.
04Heat a 12-inch skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer.
05Cook without moving until they turn pinkish on the bottom and just starts to curl, about 2 minutes.
06

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