Dinner: Shrimp in Garlic Sauce

Garlicky and peppery, this shrimp recipe will definitely be requested by your guests. Be sure to have some crusty bread to sop up the delicious sauce.

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Lemon

Health benefits of Shrimp in Garlic Sauce

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Ingredients

1/3 c. olive oil
4 cloves garlic
1 bay leaf
1/4 tsp. dried red-pepper flakes
2 lb. large shrimp
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
3 tbsp. dry sherry
2 tbsp. lemon juice
3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the garlic, bay leaf and red-pepper flakes and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the shrimp, salt and black pepper to the pan and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just done, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the sherry, lemon juice and parsley.
Notes: Deveining Shrimp: Dark shrimp veins are usually removed for aesthetic purposes. We find that it's not essential to take them out, especially if you're pressed for time.
Fish Alternatives: Squid would be delicious with the garlic sauce. Cook it quickly (for about two minutes), or it will become tough and rubbery. Sea scallops are another alternative; cook them for about two minutes per side, without stirring, so they brown nicely.
Wine Recommendation: Bold Mediterranean flavors welcome an easygoing wine such as a dry rosé from Spain or the south of France. If you prefer a wine with a bit more sweetness, try a white zinfandel from California.

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