Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail intact
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • salt
  • fresh ground pepper
  • 2 green onions, white and tender green parts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Method

  • In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over med-high heat.
  • Add half of the shrimp and cook until pink, about 1 minute.
  • Using tongs, turn the shrimp, add half of the garlic, and cook until the shrimp are pink on the second side, just a few seconds.
  • Season with salt and pepper, toss, and quickly add half of the green onions, parsley, and lemon juice.
  • Toss again and transfer to a platter.
  • Wipe the pan clean and repeat to cook the remaining shrimp and other ingredients, then serve.