Special Garlic Shrimp

Name: Special Garlic Shrimp
Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 lb unshelled shrimp (26 to 32 shrimp per pound); 2 teaspoons sweet paprika; 1/4 cup medium-dry sherry; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves; fresh lemon juice, to taste; salt & freshly ground black pepper

9 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 lb unshelled shrimp (26 to 32 shrimp per pound)
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1/4 cup medium-dry sherry
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
fresh lemon juice, to taste
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1

In a large heavy skillet set over moderately high heat, heat the oil until it is hot, add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it is pale golden.
2

Add the red pepper flakes and the shrimp and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute, or until the shrimp are pink and just firm to the touch.
3

Sprinkle shrimp with the paprika and cook the mixture, stirring, for 30 seconds.
4

Add the Sherry, boil the mixture for 30 seconds, and sprinkle with parsley.
5

Season the mixture with the lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.