Sauteed Shrimp with Garlic and Parsley

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   Season: 1 pound shrimp, with Salt Fresh-ground black pepper.

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   Season the shrimp liberally because the seasoning needs to penetrate the shell.

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   Peel and chop: 4 garlic cloves.

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   Cover with a bit of olive oil to keep from oxidizing.

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   Pick the leaves from: 6 parsley sprigs.

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   Chop the leaves; you should have at least 3 tablespoons.

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   Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet.

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   When hot, pour in: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.

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   Turn the heat up to high and add the seasoned shrimp.

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    Cook, tossing the shrimp frequently, until the shells start to turn pink, about 3 minutes.

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    Turn off the heat and toss in the chopped garlic and parsley.

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    Toss the shrimp in the pan until well coated with the garlic and parsley.

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    Serve immediately.

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    Add 4 sliced scallions to the shrimp with the garlic and parsley.

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    Add a large pinch of dried chile flakes.

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    For the parsley, substitute chopped cilantro or a chiffonade of basil leaves.

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    Peel and devein the shrimp before cooking.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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