Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Smoked Paprika and Parsley

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

Tender shrimp cooked in garlic-infused olive oil with smoky paprika and fresh parsley, perfect for a quick Spanish-inspired seafood dish. This Spanish recipe, ready in about 12 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, sprinkle with 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until edges turn pink and slightly crisp.
3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 minutes until opaque all the way through. Remove from heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp lemon juice and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.