Ingredients
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- 1 pound raw shrimp (thawed, peeled and deveined, tails on or off)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil (or another high smoke point oil)
- optional: fresh lemon and parsley
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the shrimp in the seasoning, ensuring every piece is fully covered.
- Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high until it reaches 375°F to 400°F; it’s ready when water droplets sizzle.
- Add the oil and allow it to shimmer.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the skillet, leaving space between each one, and cook for 2 minutes without moving them.
- Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they are opaque and curled into a loose C shape; they should reach 120°F to 125°F.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and serve immediately with fresh lemon and chopped parsley if desired.
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Ensure the shrimp are completely dry before seasoning for the best crust.
You can substitute avocado oil with any high smoke point oil for cooking.
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: N/A
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 200mg