Shrimp with Garlic and Herbs
Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and mouthwatering Shrimp with Garlic and Herbs recipe! Featuring tender, succulent shrimp pan-seared to perfection in a luscious blend of olive oil, butter, and fragrant garlic, this dish is a celebration of simplicity and bold flavors. Brightened with fresh parsley, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, it’s a quick and easy meal that's ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect as an appetizer or served over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread for sopping up the irresistible pan sauce, this garlic-herb shrimp recipe is a standout option for weeknight dinners and special gatherings alike. Bursting with flavor and packed with versatility, it's a crowd-pleasing seafood dish you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, large (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold running water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the butter and stir until melted.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side without disturbing, until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.
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 fresh parsley, lemon juice, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving plate. Garnish with extra parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Enjoy the shrimp immediately with crusty bread, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.4 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 948 mg | 316% | |
| Sodium | 2052 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 110.9 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1482 mg | 32% | |
*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.
