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Plate of seared shrimp topped with fresh basil and lemon wedges on a light background next to loose basil leaves, a fork, and a striped dish towel

20-Minute Garlic Basil Sautéed Shrimp (Dairy Free)

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  • Author: Nyssa Tanner
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo, Pescatarian

Description

A short ingredient list, 20-minute cook time, and seriously good flavor make this garlic basil shrimp recipe a reliable go-to for busy weeknight dinners! The shrimp get most of their flavor from a simple pantry-friendly dried spice blend, and fresh basil added after the shrimp are cooked elevates the dish, making it special enough to serve not only to your family but also to dinner guests. Pair it with a salad, a side dish or two, or in a rice bowl for a dinner that’s sure to be a low-effort / high-reward crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound of tail on shrimp, cleaned and de-veined 
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon avocado oil + 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil, ghee, or coconut oil for sautéing 
  • Fresh lemon wedges
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Prep the shrimp. Clean, rinse, and pat shrimp dry very thoroughly with paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon avocado oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated with the spices. 
  2. Cook the shrimp. Heat 2 tablespoons avocado oil in a large skillet over medium high-heat until oil is hot and shimmering. Add shrimp in batches and cook in a single layer for about 1 minute, until the edges have started to turn pink. Flip and cook on the second side for another minute or so. As soon as the shrimp are done remove to a plate so that they don’t over cook. They will continue cooking a little bit after they are removed from the heat. If you’re shrimp are on the smaller side, you’ll probably want to shorten the cooking time to about 30-45 seconds for each side. They cook much faster than you think, and you want to cook them only until they’re just barely done. Continue cooking shrimp in batches, replenishing the skillet with an additional tablespoon of oil if needed, until all of the shrimp are done.
  3. Garnish and serve! Finish with a quick squeeze of lemon and all the fresh basil. Serve immediately over rice, salad, pasta, or another favorite dish and ENJOY! 

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Notes

  • Fresh basil is the perfect summer touch to this sautéed shrimp recipe, but if you don’t have any substitute with 1 teaspoon of dried basil to your spice mix before cooking.
  • This shrimp should last 2-3 days in a covered container the refrigerator.
  • They can be re-heated in a couple of different ways. Either cover with a paper towel in a microwave safe dish and microwave for about 30 seconds, or heat gently over low heat in a skillet for a few minutes – flip halfway through. To re-heat in the oven, wrap in tinfoil and warm in a 325 degree oven for about 8 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: main dish
  • Method: saute
  • Cuisine: American

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