Shrimp Saute
Transform your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Shrimp Sauté, a crowd-pleaser that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Tender, juicy shrimp are cooked in a rich, buttery garlic sauce infused with fragrant lemon juice and a dash of optional red pepper flakes for a gentle kick. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served with zesty lemon wedges for a bright and refreshing touch. Perfectly versatile, this sauté pairs beautifully with crusty bread, pasta, or rice, making it an elegant yet effortless meal. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients like olive oil, fresh garlic, and pantry staples, this easy shrimp recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping main course for entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to sizzle.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side until they start to turn pink and opaque. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
Once the shrimp are fully cooked, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the freshly squeezed lemon juice. Toss the shrimp to coat them evenly in the buttery sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp.
Transfer the sautéed shrimp to a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges on the side.
Serve immediately with a side of crusty bread, pasta, or rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.7 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 238 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 374 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 581 mg | 12% | |
*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.
