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Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
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Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
This garlic butter shrimp recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich and aromatic garlic butter sauce. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The recipe serves 4 people and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The garlic butter sauce is made with a mixture of melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and parsley, which is then poured over the cooked shrimp. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges, adding a pop of color and freshness to the plate.
Time Cook
15
Level
Intermediate
Calories
360
Allergens
Shellfish, Dairy
Ingredients
1 pound pound
Shrimp
120 Calories
4 tablespoons tablespoon
Unsalted Butter
100 Calories
3 cloves cloves
Garlic
10 Calories
2 tablespoons tablespoon
Lemon Juice
5 Calories
1/4 cup cup
Fresh Parsley
10 Calories
1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
Salt
0 Calories
1/4 teaspoon teaspoon
Pepper
0 Calories
4 wedges wedges
Lemon Wedges
0 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
2
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3
Add the shrimp to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink and cooked through.
4
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside on a plate. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet.
5
Once the butter has melted, add the lemon juice and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.
6
Stir in the fresh parsley and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Season the garlic butter sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Serve the garlic butter shrimp with the sauce spooned over the top. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley, if desired.
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