Description
A quick and tasty shrimp dish that packs bold flavors and satisfying textures, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
- Optional: cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry using paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Toss the shrimp into the bowl with the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes to soak up those tasty flavors.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated shrimp.
- Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a fresh twist, try adding a splash of lime juice or diced tomatoes to the pan. Don’t worry if your sauce looks a bit lumpy; a little texture adds character!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: shrimp, quick meal, spicy seafood, easy dinner, shrimp recipe