Description
Garlic Butter Sautéed Shrimp is a fast and flavorful seafood dish featuring tender shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with lemon and herbs—ideal for weeknights or elegant entertaining.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately with your preferred side.
Notes
- Add a splash of white wine for a scampi-style variation.
- Stir in a bit of cream to create a creamy garlic butter shrimp.
- Use cilantro and lime instead of parsley and lemon for a Southwestern twist.
- Serve over grits, polenta, or zucchini noodles for a lower-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg