Garlic Butter Shrimp
Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the ocean to your table with every delicious bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4–6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients on the countertop. Thaw frozen shrimp and pat dry.
- Melt the Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until it bubbles gently.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic to the bubbling butter and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add prepared shrimp, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for approximately 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add Lemon Juice and Parsley: Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the pan and add chopped parsley. Toss everything together to combine.
- Serve It Up: Transfer Garlic Butter Shrimp onto plates or pasta, drizzling any remaining buttery sauce over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping shrimp for scallops or chicken. Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.