Garlic Butter Shrimp
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
173 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Shrimp
Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp is prepared by melting butter in a skillet and lightly sautéing garlic to release its aroma. Large shrimp are added next and seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper before cooking for a few minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. The dish is completed by stirring in freshly squeezed lemon juice and chopped parsley, adding a refreshing citrus note and herbal freshness.
The texture is firm yet tender shrimp with buttery richness and a pronounced garlic flavor balanced by the acidity of lemon juice. This quick sauté method retains shrimp's natural juiciness without overcooking.
This shrimp dish can be served on its own, over rice or pasta, or alongside vegetables. The simple ingredients illustrate how a few quality components can deliver flavorful seafood.
For storage, cooked shrimp should be cooled completely and kept in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat without toughness, warm gently in a skillet with butter or oil rather than microwaving.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 ½ pounds Shrimp large
- salt to taste, Kosher salt
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt
- 1 lemon juiced (about 3 tablespoons juice)
- 2 tablespoons parsley roughly chopped
Instructions
- Saute the garlic. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for about 30 seconds.
- Cook the shrimp. Add the shrimp to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Add lemon juice and parsley. Remove the shrimp from the heat, and stir in the lemon juice and parsley.
Notes
- Allow shrimp to cook fully before refrigerating for best freshness over 3 to 4 days.
- Freeze cooked shrimp in airtight containers with minimal air to maintain quality for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before use.
- Reheat gently in a skillet with butter or olive oil to avoid rubbery texture; avoid microwaving shrimp.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp, as it causes a tough, rubbery texture; cook just until pink and opaque.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 301mg | 100% |
| Sodium | 1319mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 124mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 174mg | 17% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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