Nutmeg Free Garlic Shrimp Skillet

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

4.8

(29)

Bright, garlicky, and packed with color, this shrimp skillet is the kind of weeknight dinner that looks like you tried way harder than you actually did. Juicy cherry tomatoes burst into a light, savory sauce while wilted spinach and golden garlic round out every bite with serious depth. A pinch of turmeric gives the shrimp a warm, golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes the whole dish feel a little more special. For anyone avoiding warming spices like nutmeg — which sneaks into far more savory recipes than you'd expect — this one is a genuinely satisfying option that doesn't feel like a compromise. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no guesswork about what's in the pan. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the end ties everything together with a bright, clean finish that keeps the flavors lively. Serve it straight from the skillet with extra lemon wedges and a scatter of fresh parsley for a meal that's as pretty as it is delicious.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ lb large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined, tails on or off
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 pint (10 oz) cherry tomatoes, halved
3 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp ground turmeric

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then toss in a bowl with 1 tbsp of the olive oil, the salt, black pepper, and turmeric until evenly coated.
2
Heat the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until the undersides are pink and opaque. Flip with tongs and cook for 1 minute more, until the shrimp are pink and opaque throughout with no translucent gray at the center. Transfer to a plate.

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