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Easy One-Pan St Patrick’s Day Shrimp Recipe with Crispy Potatoes Perfect for Celebrations

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring crispy potatoes and garlicky shrimp, perfect for St Patrick’s Day or any festive occasion. This dish balances crispy and tender textures with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved or quartered (Yukon Gold recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh if available)
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Potatoes (10 minutes): Wash and halve or quarter the baby potatoes to pieces about 1 to 1.5 inches. Toss them in a mixing bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and dried thyme until well coated.
  2. Start Cooking Potatoes (15 minutes): Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned potatoes in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy, about 12 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat if they brown too fast before tender.
  3. Prepare the Shrimp (while potatoes cook): Peel and devein shrimp if needed, then pat dry. Mince garlic and chop parsley.
  4. Add Shrimp to the Pan (5 minutes): Push potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add butter and garlic to the empty side. After 30 seconds, add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly golden, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle red pepper flakes if using. Drizzle lemon juice and toss gently to combine.
  5. Final Touches (1-2 minutes): Turn off heat, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish, toss gently, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve immediately while potatoes are crispy.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to avoid steaming and sogginess. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure crispiness. Use medium heat to prevent burning. Butter adds richness and aroma when added with garlic just before shrimp cooks. Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish at the end. For dairy-free, substitute butter with extra olive oil or coconut oil. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days and reheat best in a skillet to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: St Patrick’s Day, shrimp recipe, crispy potatoes, one-pan meal, easy dinner, quick recipe, garlicky shrimp, festive meal

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