Description
Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal in under 30 minutes. With succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. This versatile dish allows for creativity with ingredient variations, making it an ideal addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
– 1 lb fresh shrimp (medium-sized, peeled and deveined)
– 4 tbsp unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic (minced)
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Gather and prepare all ingredients: peel and devein shrimp, mince garlic, chop parsley, and squeeze lemon juice.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until pink. Flip shrimp and cook for an additional 2 minutes until opaque.
4. Remove from heat; drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
– For added flavor, consider incorporating red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine during cooking.
– Leftover shrimp can be refrigerated for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 24g