Description
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a dish that screams elegance yet whispers simplicity. This Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe brings the freshness of the sea right to your dinner table. It’s not just a meal; it’s a dive into the refreshing, zesty ocean of flavor that only a combination of lemon and garlic can provide. Perfect for a quick dinner or a luxurious appetizer, this dish is sure to impress both your family and guests!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Cook Garlic in Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute—be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Add Lemon: Pour in the lemon juice, and sprinkle with lemon zest. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish: Remove from heat, toss with chopped parsley, and add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if using.
Equipment
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- Choosing Shrimp: Fresh or frozen shrimp both work for this recipe, but ensure they are thoroughly thawed if frozen.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve over cooked pasta, rice, or with a side of steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 ounces of shrimp
- Calories: 237
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 117mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 182mg