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Garlic Butter Shrimp: A Quick Recipe You’ll Love!

A quick and delicious recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • Cooked rice or pasta for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Serve immediately over cooked rice or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mg

Notes

  • For a creamier sauce, add 1/4 cup heavy cream after the shrimp are cooked and stir until heated through.
  • Substitute the shrimp with scallops or chicken for a different protein option.

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