Shrimp
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe—a quick, restaurant-quality dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Featuring succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection in a silky blend of butter, olive oil, and fresh garlic, this recipe is infused with the brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant parsley. Seasoned with a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for optional heat, this 20-minute masterpiece delivers bold, vibrant flavors in every bite. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the garlicky butter sauce, toss it over your favorite pasta, or pair it with steamed vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Whether you're a shrimp lover or looking to elevate your seafood repertoire, this dish is simplicity and sophistication at its finest. Perfect for keyword searches like "quick shrimp recipe," "garlic butter shrimp," and "easy seafood dinner ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (raw, peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, fresh)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Allow the butter to melt and sizzle slightly.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and slightly golden. Then flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until fully cooked.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley, tossing the shrimp to coat evenly in the garlic butter sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving dish.
Serve immediately with crusty bread, over pasta, or with a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 981 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 1699 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 110.5 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1327 mg | 28% | |
*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.
