Sizzled Citrus Shrimp
Recipe from EatingWell

This quick Spanish-inspired saute is a lesson in simplicity. All shrimp really needs to dazzle is lots of garlic and a splash of lemon. Serve as a main dish or as a tapa (appetizer).


Sizzled Citrus Shrimp

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Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons
    lemon juice
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  • 3 tablespoons
    dry white wine
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  • 2 teaspoons
    extra-virgin olive oil
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  • 3 cloves
    garlic, minced
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  • 1 pound
    medium shrimp, (30-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
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  • 1 teaspoon
    extra-virgin olive oil
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  • bay leaf
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  • 1/4 teaspoon
    crushed red pepper
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  • 1/4 teaspoon
    salt, or to taste
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  • 2 tablespoons
    chopped fresh parsley
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Directions
1.
Combine lemon juice, wine, 2 teaspoons oil and garlic in a medium bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes, tossing occasionally. Drain well, reserving marinade.
2.
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook, turning once, until barely pink, about 30 seconds per side; transfer to a plate. Add bay leaf, crushed red pepper and the reserved marinade to the pan; simmer for 4 minutes. Return the shrimp and any accumulated juices to the pan; heat through. Season with salt, sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 171, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 172 mg, Sodium 315 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, Potassium 271 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin A 15%, Vitamin C 15%. Exchanges: Lean Meat 3,Fat 1 Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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