Soy Free Garlic Shrimp Skillet

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

4.8

(29)

Weeknight dinners don't get much better than a skillet full of plump, garlicky shrimp nestled in jammy cherry tomatoes and wilted spinach. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from soy — no sauces to scrutinize, no hidden additives to worry about, just olive oil, fresh produce, and good seafood doing all the work. The shrimp get a quick sear over high heat so they stay juicy and just-cooked, while sliced garlic blooms in the same pan and picks up all those caramelized bits. A pinch of turmeric adds a subtle warmth and gorgeous color without overpowering the bright lemon finish. The cherry tomatoes break down into a light, saucy base that coats everything beautifully, making it feel far more indulgent than the ingredient list suggests. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a handful of parsley at the end pull the whole dish together with a pop of freshness. It's the kind of meal that looks impressive enough for company but comes together in a single pan with almost no fuss.

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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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