Special Garlic Shrimp
Dive into the irresistible flavor of Special Garlic Shrimp, a quick and easy dish bursting with rich, garlicky goodness. This succulent recipe features plump, tender shrimp sautéed in a luscious combination of butter and olive oil, infused with the bold aroma of freshly minced garlic. Brightened with a splash of tangy lemon juice and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this zesty, buttery dish comes together in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or an elegant appetizer, this recipe pairs beautifully with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or al dente pasta to soak up every drop of the delectable garlic-butter sauce. With hints of optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, Special Garlic Shrimp is a versatile crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter has melted and begins to foam.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque, then flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
Once the shrimp are cooked through, add the lemon juice and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top. Stir gently to coat the shrimp in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from the heat and serve immediately. Pair with crusty bread, rice, or pasta to soak up the flavorful garlic-butter sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.5 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 981 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 1698 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 110.7 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1321 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.
