Peel and Eat Shrimp

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Peel and Eat Shrimp
10 min.
2
670kcal

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Craving a dish that's quick, flavorful, and packed with deliciousness? Look no further than this Peel and Eat Shrimp recipe! With the perfect balance of zesty lemon, savory garlic, and a touch of heat from hot sauce and red pepper flakes, this dish is sure to hit the spot. The rich butter and Worcestershire sauce create a savory sauce that beautifully coats each shrimp, making every bite a burst of flavor.

What makes this recipe even better is its simplicity—ready in just 10 minutes, it's perfect for a fast and satisfying lunch or dinner. The shrimp cook to a juicy pink perfection, tender on the inside with a slight crisp on the outside. The rosemary adds a wonderful herbal aroma, while the lemon slices give a touch of freshness and color to the dish. Plus, it's gluten-free, making it a fantastic option for everyone to enjoy!

Serve it up on a platter for a laid-back meal that invites everyone to dig in. Whether you're cooking for one or sharing with friends, this Peel and Eat Shrimp will surely become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • clove garlic minced peeled ( and )
  • 0.3 cup hot sauce to taste (or )
  • pinch kosher salt 
  •  optional: lemon thinly sliced ()
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • pinch freshly cracked pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper flakes red crushed to taste (or )
  • tablespoon rosemary leaves 
  • pound shrimp medium to large unpeeled ()
  • tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 0.3 cup worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a large (at least 12-inch) cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add butter, and cook until melted and foamy, but do not let it brown.
  3. Add the lemon slices in a single layer and cook them undisturbed until they begin to brown, about 4 minutes. Flip the lemon slices and add rosemary, red pepper flakes, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire and hot sauce; bring a simmer. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper then add them to the skillet. They should sizzle as they hit the pan. Cook, stirring and turning often, until they are pink and firm to the touch, about 3 to 4 minutes total.
  4. Serve on a platter in a big, help yourself heap.

Nutrition Facts

Calories670kcal
Protein27.31%
Fat61.24%
Carbs11.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78.75
Glycemic Load
1.76
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
20.079565260721%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
14.51mg
Hesperetin
23.89mg
Naringenin
1.14mg
Luteolin
1.03mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.38mg
Quercetin
0.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:670.24kcal
33.51%
Fat:47.41g
72.93%
Saturated Fat:29.22g
182.64%
Carbohydrates:19.95g
6.65%
Net Carbohydrates:17g
6.18%
Sugar:6.83g
7.59%
Cholesterol:485.54mg
161.85%
Sodium:1547.12mg
67.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:47.57g
95.15%
Vitamin C:82.24mg
99.68%
Phosphorus:548.39mg
54.84%
Copper:1.04mg
51.86%
Vitamin A:1702.36IU
34.05%
Potassium:1121.31mg
32.04%
Calcium:253.81mg
25.38%
Magnesium:101.18mg
25.29%
Iron:4.31mg
23.93%
Zinc:3.41mg
22.71%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.39%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.99%
Fiber:2.95g
11.8%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.54%
Folate:30.84µg
7.71%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.54%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.5%
Vitamin D:0.84µg
5.6%
Vitamin K:5.7µg
5.42%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.18%
Selenium:2.06µg
2.94%
Vitamin B3:0.57mg
2.85%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.59%