Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon

Name: Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 8 large shrimp; 2 tablespoons butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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15 minTotal time

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200kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

8 large shrimp
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Ingredient substitutions

Butter Use an equal amount of olive oil for a less buttery sauce.
Fresh lemon juice Use an equal amount of fresh lime juice for a similarly bright citrus finish.
Fresh parsley Use an equal amount of chopped fresh chives for a mild, oniony garnish.

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 200 kcal

Protein21 g

Carbohydrates2 g

Fat12 g

Fiber 0 g · Sugar 0 g · Sodium 520 mg

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A flavorful and aromatic dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a delicious garlic butter sauce, finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Main Dish

Steps

Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tail intact.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Tips for Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon

The shrimp are ready when opaque throughout, pink on the outside, and curled into loose C-shapes; tight curls can mean they are overcooked.
Use a skillet roomy enough to keep the shrimp in a single layer; crowding can make them release moisture and cook unevenly.
Have the lemon juice and parsley ready before cooking, since shrimp can go from tender to rubbery quickly.

Drink pairing

A crisp, dry Sauvignon Blanc
Its fresh citrus character complements the lemon and cuts through the buttery sauce without overwhelming the shrimp.

0% option: Sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat until steaming hot; the shrimp may become firmer with reheating.