Description
Juicy, succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with a splash of lemon for brightness. This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or as an elegant appetizer—ready in under 15 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (plus lemon wedges for serving)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes if using.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with parsley.
- Serve immediately with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen (thawed) shrimp.
- Adjust garlic and lemon to taste.
- Perfect with pasta, over salad, or as a taco filling.
- Double the butter and lemon for a saucier version.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
