Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
236 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by patting the shrimp dry to ensure proper searing and then cooking them in melted butter over medium heat. The shrimp are cooked in a single layer for a few minutes on each side until they turn opaque and their tails curl, indicating doneness. Additional butter is melted in the pan’s center to sauté the minced garlic briefly until fragrant and lightly browned, infusing the dish with deep garlic aroma.
Finishing off the pan off the heat with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes creates a balanced sauce that complements the sweet shrimp. The dish can be served immediately, showcasing the tender shrimp coated lightly in the flavorful garlic butter with lemon brightness and optional spicy notes.
For convenience, pre-peeled and deveined shrimp help save preparation time. The shrimp are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for a few days or frozen for long-term storage. Reheating works best gently in a skillet to preserve texture, whereas microwaving may soften the shrimp undesirably.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Shrimp 16-20 count, peeled and deveined
- 5 Tbsp. butter divided
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tsp. lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
- ¼-½ tsp. red pepper flakes optional
- parsley finely chopped, optional
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp if they haven’t been already. Remove the tails or keep them on, depending on your personal preference. Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add 2 tablespoons of butter to a large non-stick or stainless steel skillet over medium heat. Once melted, place the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes, flip the shrimp over and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, or until almost all of the way cooked through. The shrimp are done when they turn opaque and their tails begin to curl. (This timing will largely depend on how big or small your shrimp are.)
- Add the Butter: Make a well in the center of the shrimp and add the remaining butter. Once it melts, add the minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds, or until browned and fragrant.
- Season and Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat and add in the lemon juice, zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve the shrimp immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
- For best flavor, pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a good sear.
- Using pre-peeled and deveined shrimp saves prep time.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Freeze cooked shrimp by flash freezing in a single layer then transferring to a freezer bag for up to 12 months.
- Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat; microwaving can negatively affect texture.
- Serve with a lemon wedge to cut through any heat from red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 222mg | 74% |
| Sodium | 498mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 556IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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