Shrimp Garlic Butter Recipe
A quick and flavorful Shrimp Garlic Butter recipe featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a main dish!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce. Drizzle with lemon juice and cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread, rice, or pasta.
Notes
This Shrimp Garlic Butter recipe is versatile and can be customized with your favorite herbs or spices. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 150mgVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
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