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Lemon Pepper Shrimp with Cracked Black Pepper, Garlic, and Thyme

Lemon Pepper Shrimp with Cracked Black Pepper, Garlic, and Thyme

A zesty and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp marinated in garlic, lemon, and thyme, then sautéed to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
  • to taste Salt
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, minced garlic, cracked black pepper, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and toss everything together until the shrimp are well coated. Let marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until they turn pink and opaque. Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2 minutes on the other side.
  4. Once the shrimp are cooked through, sprinkle the chopped thyme over the top and give everything a good toss to combine.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the shrimp immediately with lemon wedges on the side and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or serve over a bed of rice or pasta.