appetizer essentials: pan-fried garlic shrimp

How To Make appetizer essentials: pan-fried garlic shrimp

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  Step 1
  PREP/PREPARE
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  Step 2
  My favorite pan to use for this recipe is a small-size cast-iron pan; however, you can use any pan, big or small.
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  Step 3
  Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
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  Step 4
  Place the shrimp in a small bowl, and toss with the salt, and paprika. Let stand for about 10 minutes.
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  Step 5
  Add enough extra-virgin olive oil to cover the bottom of your pan, and add the garlic.
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  Step 6
  Adjust the heat to medium-low, and allow the garlic to baste in the warming olive oil.
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  Step 7
  After 2 – 3 minutes toss in the red-pepper flakes, and stir to combine.
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  Step 8
  When the garlic begins to sizzle (about 10 minutes), add the shrimp in a single layer.
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  Step 9
  When they begin to turn pink (about 2 – 3 minutes), flip and cook for an additional minute.
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  Step 10
  Chef’s Note: If you are using the sherry, add it as soon as you flip the shrimp over.
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  Step 11
  Remove the pan from the heat, and allow the shrimp to finish cooking in the warm oil, another minute or so.
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  Step 12
  PLATE/PRESENT
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  Step 13
  Serve while still nice and warm, with some crusty bread, for dipping into the wonderful garlic-infused olive oil. Enjoy.
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  Step 14
  Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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