Easy Shrimp and Garlic

I think garlic and shrimp are two ingredients that perfectly complement each other.  From the shrimp pasta, scampi pizza or stir-fried shrimp with garlic and vegetables in Asian cuisine. One recipe that is fast and easy is stir-fried shrimp with garlic that can be served as an appetizer for some people, but it can also be served as dinner for a quick and tasty meal.  If someone is not restricted in diet, butter goes well with shrimp and garlic.  For me, I have to use coconut oil when making this dish because it is a healthier choice for my family. Italians have this recipe using olive oil instead. Whether oil or butter is used in this recipe, it is still among my all-time favorites for a quick tasty meal.

Ingredients:

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tbs coconut oil

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 tsp chili flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tbs lemon juice or lime juice

1 green onion, slice

2 tbs cilantro

Directions:

Add oil with garlic in a sauté pan over low heat.  Cook until the garlic just turns slightly brown.

Add shrimp in a single layer. Turn the heat to medium high.

Flip the shrimp when they start to turn pink.

Add salt, pepper, and chilli flakes.

Make a quick stir and add lemon juice and green onions.

Serve on a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped cilantro (I am Asian, so I use cilantro, but you can use parsley or omit the cilantro and green onions).