One-Skillet Shrimp & Broccoli

One-Skillet Shrimp & Broccoli: 

Ingredients:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Juice of one lemon

• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

• 1-3 teaspoons cooking fat

Directions: In a large skillet, heat 1-2 teaspoons of cooking fat over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.

In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and an additional teaspoon of cooking fat if needed. Sauté the broccoli for 5-7 minutes or until it becomes tender and slightly crispy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the sautéed broccoli to heat them together briefly. Serve the shrimp and broccoli hot, with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.