Shrimp in Ginger Butter Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Shrimp in Ginger Butter Sauce! Tender, perfectly seared shrimp are bathed in a rich, velvety sauce infused with bold ginger, fragrant garlic, and a harmonious blend of soy sauce, honey, and a hint of fresh lemon juice. The optional red pepper flakes add just the right kick of heat, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley gives this dish a bright finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or crusty bread, making it a versatile option for casual family meals or elegant entertaining. This seafood delight is packed with flavor and guaranteed to impress! Perfect for anyone searching for shrimp recipes, seafood dinner ideas, or quick and easy skillet dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (minced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (for garnish)
- optional Cooked rice or crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter, letting it melt completely.
Add minced ginger and garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to slightly thicken.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the ginger butter sauce. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until shrimp are heated through.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with rice, crusty bread, or your preferred side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1010 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 3204 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 115.7 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1401 mg | 30% | |
*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.
