Garlicky Buttered Shrimp
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistibly decadent Garlicky Buttered Shrimp recipe! Featuring juicy, tender shrimp cooked to perfection in a luscious blend of melted butter, olive oil, and aromatic minced garlic, this dish boasts bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley add a bright, zesty finish, while optional red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or impressive entertaining. Serve it over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, garlicky sauce. With its simple yet restaurant-worthy appeal, this buttery shrimp dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt, stirring occasionally.
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley.
Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 245 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 372 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 363 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
