Garlic Butter Shrimp
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Appetizer
Garlic Butter Shrimp
Description
This Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe seasons shrimp with salt and pepper, then sautés them in a small amount of butter until they turn pink and opaque. Garlic is added to the same pan to release its aroma, followed by chicken stock and freshly squeezed lemon juice, which is simmered until slightly reduced. Incrementally adding the remaining butter creates a smooth, rich sauce that coats the shrimp.
The shrimp are gently tossed in the finished sauce to evenly distribute the flavors. Fresh chopped parsley adds brightness and herbaceous contrast. The shrimp cook quickly and retain a tender texture, balanced by the richness of the butter and subtle acidity from the lemon juice.
Serving this dish immediately helps preserve the shrimp’s juiciness and the sauce’s creamy texture. It can be enjoyed as a main dish or paired with sides like rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined, medium
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 8 tablespoons butter divided, unsalted
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped fresh leaves
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Working in batches, add shrimp, and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes; set aside.
- Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken stock and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until reduced by half, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in remaining 6 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in shrimp and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley leaves, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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