MSG Free Lemon Shrimp
Bright, garlicky, and finished with a glossy butter-wine sauce, this shrimp dish is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort it takes. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward — fresh shrimp, real lemon juice and zest, dry white wine, unsalted butter, and a handful of fresh herbs — so there's no hidden flavor enhancers or seasoning blends to second-guess. For anyone navigating MSG sensitivities, that kind of ingredient transparency is genuinely refreshing, especially with seafood dishes that often rely on pre-seasoned sauces or powdered shortcuts. Garlic-infused olive oil does the heavy lifting on depth and aroma, meaning you get that rich, savory backbone without any additives. The shrimp cook in just a few minutes per side, and the pan sauce comes together while they rest, so the whole thing moves fast without sacrificing flavor. A scatter of fresh parsley and scallion greens at the end keeps it vibrant and a little bright against the richness of the butter. Serve it straight from the skillet with lemon wedges and good crusty bread to catch every drop of that sauce.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined, tails on or off
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, divided
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 ½ lemons)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then season all over with the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of the garlic-infused 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 to 2 minutes, until the undersides are pink and curled at the edges. Flip with tongs and cook 1 minute more, until opaque throughout with no translucent gray at the center. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
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