Description
These pan seared shrimp are seared until they’re golden, tender and juicy. For this easy recipe, fresh shrimp are seasoned simply with garlic and salt and pepper to enhance their natural sweetness then pan seared for the perfect crisp exterior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cover the shrimp with cold water and stir in salt & baking soda. Let the shrimp brine for about 30 minutes. Then, drain and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly season the shrimp with garlic powder, salt & pepper.
- Working in batches, sear the shrimp in a large non-skillet over high heat, turning once, until the shrimp have turned pink and are completely opaque (about 1-2 minutes per side). Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Prep Time: 5
- Brine Time: 30
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 223
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1017.2 mg
- Fat: 4.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 45.6 g
- Cholesterol: 364.9 mg
