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Quick way to grow Garlic Butter Shrimp | Garlic Butter Shrimp

This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to prepare garlic butter shrimp, perfect for a fast weeknight meal or a flavorful appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Parsley chopped
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque.
  3. Stir in lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, tossing to combine.
  4. Serve immediately as a main dish or appetizer, perhaps with crusty bread or pasta.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook shrimp in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and browning.