Description
This delectable recipe for Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp combines succulent shrimp with a flavorful blend of zesty lemon, fragrant garlic, and rich butter. It’s a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Finish the Dish: Pour lemon juice over the shrimp, add lemon zest, and toss to combine. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp as they can become rubbery.
- This dish pairs well with pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 260mg