Description
Garlic butter shrimp is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich, aromatic garlic and butter sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, sure to impress family and friends alike. The zesty touch of lemon elevates the flavors, making every bite irresistible. Serve it over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the delectable sauce, and watch as everyone gathers around the table, eager for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbly but not browned.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lemon juice over cooked shrimp and stir in chopped parsley. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately while hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg