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Easy One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus

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A quick, flavorful one-pan dish featuring seared shrimp and tender-crisp asparagus with a bright lemon-garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, optional (a pinch)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat dry with paper towels, and set aside. Trim the asparagus ends and cut into 2-inch pieces. Mince the garlic finely, zest, and juice the lemon.
  2. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add asparagus to the hot oil and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp with slight browning.
  4. Push asparagus to the side and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil along with minced garlic and smoked paprika. Stir gently to coat asparagus and infuse oil with garlic aroma. Avoid burning the garlic.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook without stirring for 2 minutes to develop a sear, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  6. Remove pan from heat and immediately stir in lemon juice and zest. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking for a good sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Add garlic after asparagus softens to prevent burning. Let dish rest off heat for a minute before serving to meld flavors. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days and reheat gently.

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