Garlic Butter Shrimp 🍤🧄
Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick, flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, buttery sauce infused with garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner, served over pasta, rice, or alongside a fresh salad. It's a crowd-pleaser and comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy days when you want a delicious meal in no time.
Equipment
- - Large skillet
- - Tongs or spatula
- - Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- - 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- - 4 cloves garlic minced
- - 1 tbsp lemon juice
- - 1 tsp lemon zest
- - 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Once the shrimp is cooked, add the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately, ideally with a side of rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.