Pan Fried Shrimp Recipe
Follow this step-by-step process for making the best Pan Fried Shrimp in only 10 minutes with 4 real, simple ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp deveined and shell removed
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or ghee
Instructions
- Prep Shrimp: Pat 1 pound jumbo shrimp dry and season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper.
- Pan Fry Shrimp: Bring a large cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Place shrimp in hot pan and let cook approx. 1-2 minutes per side or until meat is no longer translucent. Add additional oil or ghee, as needed, to keep pan from drying out.
- Serve: Remove shrimp from pan and serve however you want!
Notes
- Marinade: I have the best shrimp marinade recipe, if you want to add a little more flavor!
- Tails on or off: while the shell needs to be removed, the tails can be left on or off - your preference.
- Serving suggestion: we love this Shrimp Caesar Salad and these Shrimp Rice Bowls.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 1223mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.003g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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