Lemon Garlic Shrimp

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    222 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Lemon Garlic Shrimp

Lemon Garlic Shrimp - easiest and best shrimp recipe with garlic, shrimp, butter and lemon, all ready in 20 mins. Perfect as appetizer or with pasta.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (500g) medium-sized shrimp shelled, deveined, tail-on
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 dashes black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Parsley Leaves
  • Lemon wedges
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Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp thoroughly. Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on. Drain any excess water in a colander and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and sauté the garlic until aromatic but not browned. Add the shrimp in a single layer and stir to cook evenly.
  3. Add the cayenne pepper and lemon juice, and continue to cook for 2–3 minutes, or until the shrimp is fully cooked. Add the parsley and stir to combine well. Dish out and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 4people Calories 222kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 315mg (105%) Sodium 1029mg (43%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 222 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 4people
Calories 222kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 315mg 105%
Sodium 1029mg 43%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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