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A serving of delicious garlic butter shrimp in a pan.

Quick way to grow. Garlic Butter Shrimp

This quick and easy garlic butter shrimp recipe is perfect for a delicious weeknight meal. In just minutes, you can have plump, flavorful shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, ready to serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Avoid browning the garlic.
  3. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Do not overcrowd the skillet; cook in batches if necessary.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in lemon juice and fresh parsley.
  5. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.