Garlic Butter Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
215 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Shrimp
Description
The recipe starts by melting butter in a pan over medium-high heat, then adding shrimp seasoned with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. The shrimp cook for a few minutes until they turn pink and opaque, indicating doneness. Minced garlic is then added and cooked briefly to release aroma without burning. A finishing touch of fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley brightens the flavor and adds color.
The shrimp retain a moist texture with the rich, savory profile of the garlic butter sauce balanced by the freshness of lemon and herbs. This dish works well as a main course or as an accompaniment to pasta, rice, or fresh bread to soak up the buttery sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 lb Shrimp I use 16-20 count size, peeled, deveined and tails removed if desired, large
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2-3 teaspoons garlic use more if you love garlic!, minced
- lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Place the butter in a large pan and melt over medium high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Add the garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 315mg | 105% |
| Sodium | 481mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 90mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 350IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 4.6mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 176mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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