Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet is a quick and delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. In just under 30 minutes, you’ll experience the perfect blend of flavors as the natural sweetness of fresh shrimp is enhanced by the aromatic richness of garlic and butter. This versatile recipe allows for customizations, whether you prefer to add vegetables or adjust seasoning to your taste. Serve it over rice or alongside a crisp salad for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and ensure frozen shrimp are thawed.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
- Sauté minced garlic in the melted butter for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp, toss gently to coat, then remove from heat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
– Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent toughness; they should turn pink and curl slightly when done.
– Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
– For extra flavor, consider marinating shrimp in lemon juice and garlic beforehand.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 220mg