Garlic Butter Shrimp
A quick and delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or intimate gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until bubbly and fragrant.
- Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the shrimp, seasoning generously with salt and pepper, for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Add the lemon juice and give it another minute in the pan to meld the flavors.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to maintain tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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