Shrimp cooks super fast, so the trick is to barely cook it!

 

Shrimp cooks super fast, so the trick is to barely cook it!

Here’s the best way:

• Pat it dry: Helps it sear instead of steam.

• High heat, short time: Cook shrimp over medium-high heat — sauté, grill, or broil.

• Watch the color: As soon as shrimp turns pink and opaque, with the tails curling into a "C" shape, they're done.

• Timing: Usually 1–2 minutes per side, depending on size.

• Pull early: It's better to slightly undercook and let the carryover heat finish them.

Bonus tip: Overcooked shrimp curl tightly into an "O" shape and get rubbery — "C" means cooked, "O" means overcooked!