Garlic Butter Shrimp
This restaurant-quality garlic butter shrimp comes together in just 15 minutes with simple pantry ingredients. Succulent shrimp are seared to perfection and tossed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce with bright lemon juice and fresh parsley. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining!
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Servings: 4
Calories: 185kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4-6 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in remaining butter and lemon juice, cook 1 minute.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh garlic for best flavor instead of pre-minced garlic from a jar
Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender - they should be pink and opaque
Pat shrimp completely dry before cooking for better searing
Substitute olive oil for butter for a dairy-free version
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce
Can double the recipe easily for larger crowds
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 185mg