Brazilian Garlic Shrimp
Usually served as tapas or appetizers, this spicy shrimp can also be a light entrée.
Serves: 4 person(s) Change
Preparation Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 10 mins
Yield: 4 x 4½ oz. servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb peeled shrimp
- 1 tsp coarse salt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced thin, or to taste
- 1 dried hot red pepper, or to taste
Directions: Standard directions Microwave directions
Dry the shrimp. Cover shrimp with salt and let sit 10 to 15 minutes.
In lightly oiled frying pan, sauté garlic and pepper at high temp for about a minute or so.
Add the salted shrimp. At a very high heat, sauté, stirring constantly for 2 to 5 minutes, depending upon the size of the shrimp.
Do not microwave.
Tips:
Do not overcook the shrimp!