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Garlic Butter Shrimp

A quick and delicious one-pan recipe featuring tender shrimp in a rich garlic butter sauce with a splash of lemon.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or high-quality frozen shrimp
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic preferred for the best flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Can substitute with lime juice for variation
  • to garnish Fresh parsley, chopped For a pop of color and freshness
  • as needed Pasta or rice For serving

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice and remove from heat.
  5. Serve the garlic butter shrimp over cooked pasta or rice, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat to avoid overcooking the shrimp again. Optional: freeze for about a month.