Lemon Garlic Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
222 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Lemon Garlic Shrimp
Description
This recipe involves thoroughly rinsing peeled and deveined medium shrimp with tails on, then seasoning them with salt and black pepper. The shrimp are cooked in a skillet over medium heat in melted unsalted butter with minced garlic sautéed until fragrant. Cayenne pepper and fresh lemon juice are added for heat and acidity, and the shrimp cook for 2 to 3 minutes until fully opaque and firm.
Chopped parsley is stirred in at the end to add freshness and color. The shrimp are served immediately alongside lemon wedges to add additional brightness to the dish. The method yields tender shrimp with a rich buttery sauce, balanced by the garlic aroma and lemon tang, with a subtle spicy kick from the cayenne.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) Shrimp shelled, deveined, tail-on, medium-sized
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 dashes black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped leaves
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Show DetailsNutrition 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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