It is hard to imagine how many great ways there are to prepare and serve shrimp. This recipe is from the Internet, somewhat modified, and it is superb. I mean really tasty!
You want to make this recipe as either an appetizer or a main entree. Simply adjust the quantity of the ingredients. As shown below it is a generous appetizer quantity for four adults.Ingredients: (serves 4 adults a generous appetizer)
1 lb. of large (12 to 16 count) raw shrimp, peeled & deveined, leaving tails on
1/4 lb. of butter (1 stick)
2 large garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings:
1 tsp. of dried ground Basil
1/2 tsp. of dried ground Oregano
1 tsp. of sea salt
1/2 tsp. of ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. of ground smoked paprika
Directions:
If using frozen shrimp, defrost the shrimp and pat it dry with paper towels.
Peel and if necessary devein the shrimp, leaving on the tails.
Combine and stir the ingredients for the seasoning: the basil, oregano, salt, pepper and paprika in a one quart bowl.
Coat the shrimp with the seasoning by mixing well by hand in the bowl.
Melt the butter in a large skillet on medium heat, put in the minced garlic, then cook for one minute, stirring frequently.
Add the shrimp to the skillet, mix it in with the butter and garlic, and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Serve the shrimp with other appetizers or meal items you prepared earlier.
Enjoy!