Garlic-Lime Shrimp with Avocado and Crispy Bread
Ingredients
- 1 poundshrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 2avocado
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 2lime
- 3 tablespoonolive oil
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoonkosher salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1crusty bread (for serving)
Prep
- 01
Mince 4 garlic cloves.
- 02
Cut 2 limes in half.
Method
- 01
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
- 02
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- 03
Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 04
Squeeze juice from 1 lime into the skillet and return shrimp to the pan. Toss gently for 30 seconds to coat. Season with remaining salt and pepper.
- 05
Halve avocados, remove the pit, and slice. Divide shrimp and pan sauce between plates. Top with avocado slices. Cut remaining lime into wedges and serve alongside with crusty bread for soaking up the garlic oil.
Spice Tips
For more heat, increase red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon or add a pinch of cayenne. Fresh cilantro or parsley stirred in at the end adds herbal brightness.