Popcorn Garlic Shrimp

Donna Babcock
on 3/29/09 10:58 am - Kingston, Canada
Popcorn Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound small shrimp, shelled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley                                  

    Directions:

    Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté one minute. Increase heat to high. Add shrimp and paprika.Cook, stirring briskly, for 2 minutes. Add lemon juice; cook one minute more, just until shrimp are pink and cooked through (do not overcook shrimp, it toughens them). Transfer to a platter with a slotted spoon. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with parsley; serve immediately.

                                                                        Makes: 4 servings

    Nutritional Information
    Per Serving:

    Net Carbs: 2.0 grams

    Fiber: 0.5 grams

    Protein: 15.0 grams

    Fat: 14.5 grams

    Calories: 196

 
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