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Shrimp Francese Recipe

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Ready to elevate your seafood game with a quick dinner that tastes straight out of a fine dining kitchen? Meet Shrimp Francese — your new go-to for easy dinner ideas, elegant food ideas, and healthy-ish meals without the fuss. This easy recipe features tender shrimp coated in a light, golden crust and bathed in a silky lemon-butter sauce. It’s a fantastic option when you’re craving something bright and fresh for a quick weeknight dinner or even for special breakfast ideas like a savory brunch. Crisp, juicy, and bursting with citrusy goodness, it’s everything you want in a healthy snack or a standout dinner idea that everyone will rave about.

Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails optional)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk or water
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus extra for finishing)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of ½ lemon (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

For Garnish:

  • Lemon wedges
  • Extra chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Prep the Shrimp:
    Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Set Up the Dredging Station:
    In one bowl, place flour seasoned with salt and pepper. In another, beat the eggs with milk or water.
  3. Coat the Shrimp:
    Dredge shrimp first in flour, then dip in the egg mixture. Place aside.
  4. Pan-Fry the Shrimp:
    Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Make the Sauce:
    Wipe the pan lightly. Melt 1 tablespoon butter, add garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds. Add wine and broth, scraping up brown bits. Simmer 3–5 minutes.
  6. Add Citrus and Finish Sauce:
    Stir in lemon juice and zest. Taste and adjust seasoning. (Optional: Add a splash of heavy cream for a richer sauce.)
  7. Return Shrimp to the Pan:
    Gently toss shrimp in the sauce just to heat through. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
  8. Serve:
    Plate the shrimp with lemon wedges and spoon extra sauce over the top.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

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