Looking for a quick and easy seafood dish that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than this mouthwatering Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have this delicious meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
To make this Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe, you will need:
- 1lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Note: If you want to add some extra heat, feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic and olive oil mixture while sautéing.
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.
2. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, and add to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
3. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the lemon juice to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
6. remove the skillet from the heat and add the butter, stirring until melted and well combined.
7. Add the shrimp back to the skillet and toss to coat in the lemon butter sauce.
8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Information
This Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe serves 4 and provides approximately 300 calories per serving.
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