Shrimp with Garlic Butter
Succulent, flavorful, and ready in just 20 minutes, this Shrimp with Garlic Butter recipe is your ultimate go-to for effortless gourmet dining at home. Juicy, tender shrimp are sautéed with golden, aromatic garlic in a luscious blend of butter and olive oil, then brightened with zesty fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley for a restaurant-quality finish. Seasoned with just the right amount of salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat, this dish bursts with savory richness and vibrant citrus notes. Perfect as a standalone main or served over pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the silky garlic butter sauce, this easy shrimp recipe will quickly become a weeknight favorite. Ideal for seafood lovers seeking a quick, crowd-pleasing meal!
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until the butter melts.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir in the juice of one lemon and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to create a flavorful sauce.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter sauce to coat.
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 245 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 372 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 372 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.
