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Lemon Herb Butter Shrimp

Lemon Herb Butter Shrimp - crazy easy and delicious skillet sauteed shrimp with lemon butter and herbs, this recipe takes less than 15 mins.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 259 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (500g) Shrimp shelled and deveined, tail-on
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 dashes ground black pepper
  • 3 dashes cayenne pepper
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 tablespoon chopped thymes
  • 1/2 tablespoon chopped oregano
  • 1/2 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Defrost the shrimp, then rinse with cold water and pat them very dry with paper towels. Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
  2. Melt the butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Add the thyme, oregano, parsley, and lemon juice to the melted butter. Stir to combine well and set aside.
  3. Heat a skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat. Once the skillet is heated, add the olive oil and swirl it to coat the bottom evenly. Add the shrimp and cook without stirring for about 1–2 minutes on each side until they are cooked through. Pour in the lemon herb butter and let it sizzle for a moment. Turn off the heat and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can be creative with the herbs. Use whatever you have: rosemary, basil, chives, etc. Combine at least 2 to 3 herbs for amazing flavors and aromas. I buy all my shrimp from Target, the brand is Market Pantry in the frozen food aisle. You can get it for as low as $6.95 per pack (during sales).

Nutrition Information

Serving 3people Calories 259kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 220mg (73%) Sodium 1246mg (52%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259

% Daily Value*

Serving 3people
Calories 259kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 220mg 73%
Sodium 1246mg 52%
Fiber 1g 4%

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