By
eHow Food & Drink Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Salt
- 10- To 12-inch Frying Pan
- 1 minced garlic cloves (optional)
- 3/4 to 1 lb. medium to large shrimp
Step1
Thaw the shrimp if they are frozen.
Step2
Shell and devein the shrimp. You can do this while they're still partially frozen.
Step3
When ready to cook, heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat.
Step4
Add oil when the pan is hot.
Step5
Add garlic, if you're using it, and sauté for 30 seconds.
Step6
Add the shrimp, season with salt, and cook, stirring constantly.
Step7
When the shrimp turn pink, remove one and test for doneness by cutting it in half. If the shrimp are opaque throughout and no longer translucent, they're done.
Step8
Remove from heat as soon as the shrimp are cooked.