Garlic Butter Shrimp
A simple yet indulgent Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe that transforms shrimp into a delightful dish with just a few ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until bubbly and slightly golden.
- Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
- Introduce the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in the lemon juice for added flavor.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Don’t overcook the shrimp; they can become rubbery if left too long. Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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