Garlic Butter Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
280 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Shrimp
Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp begins by seasoning the shrimp with lemon zest, salt, and pepper before sautéing briefly in olive oil over medium-high heat. After flipping, a softened butter mixture with minced garlic and lemon juice is added to the pan, cooking the shrimp through while letting the butter meld with the garlic and citrus flavors.
The dish finishes with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and serving alongside lemon wedges to add a refreshing tang. The quick cooking ensures the shrimp stay juicy and tender without becoming rubbery. The garlic butter sauce lightly coats each shrimp for richness without overpowering the natural seafood flavor.
It's recommended to prepare ingredients ahead due to the short cooking time. The recipe cautions against overcooking the shrimp and suggests optionally adding heavy cream to the butter for a creamy variation. If incorporating vegetables, pre-cook them as the shrimp cook very quickly.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined, large
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter softened
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- lemon for serving, wedges
Instructions
- Toss shrimp with lemon zest and salt & pepper to taste.
- In a small bowl, combine butter, garlic and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add shrimp and cook 1 minute.
- Flip over, add butter and cook 2-3 minutes more or just until cooked through.
- Remove pan from heat and sprinkle with parsley.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Prep all ingredients in advance because the recipe cooks quickly.
- Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender.
- Adding heavy cream with the butter creates a creamy sauce variation.
- If adding vegetables, cook them before adding to the shrimp to match timing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 280 | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 451mg | 150% |
| Sodium | 1398mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 431IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 255mg | 26% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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