Fried shrimp with lemon
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Citrus juice gives the seafood an exquisite flavor. The key is to add lemon after frying the shrimp in butter, so the citrus peel doesn't become bitter. If desired, the dish can be enhanced with garlic, other spices, and seasonings. The dish must be served hot. The ready dish can now be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Thaw the shrimp if you bought them frozen. Gray shrimp are raw and need to be fried for 8-10 minutes. Pink shrimp are boiled and frozen, and need to be fried for 4-5 minutes.
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Step 2
Place the butter in a frying pan and melt it until boiling.
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Step 3
Carefully place the shrimp into the pan, draining all the liquid released from them. If desired, you can pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
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Step 4
Season the seafood in the pan with salt and pepper. If you like soy sauce, simply use it instead of salt. Fry the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes until lightly browned. Since they were sold pre-cooked, it's important just to heat them through and infuse them with the aromas and flavors of the other ingredients.
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Step 5
Meanwhile, slice half a lemon and add it to the pan. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes at most, stirring the contents of the skillet constantly.
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Step 6
Place the hot shrimp on a plate and garnish with fresh herbs, then serve immediately. They are especially delicious with various sauces: sour cream, garlic, etc.