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Garlic Butter Shrimp

Garlic Butter Shrimp

Savor the rich flavors of Garlic Butter Shrimp, a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Ready in 18 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of lemon half a lemon
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Bowls for prep

Method
 

  1. Clean and pat dry the shrimp to ensure they get crispy.
  2. Mince the garlic finely and chop the parsley, then set aside.
  3. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes per side until pink and slightly golden.
  5. Remove shrimp from the pan and place on a plate.
  6. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant for about 30 seconds.
  7. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss in the butter mixture.
  8. Add lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper, stirring until well-coated and heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 240mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the butter sauce. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Reheat gently to maintain texture. Fresh garlic is recommended over powdered for best flavor. Serve over couscous or rice pilaf and garnish with additional parsley and lemon for a beautiful presentation.
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