Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Rice

Indulge in a delightful dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over a bed of zesty lemon-infused rice. Perfect for a quick yet elegant meal.

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
3. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Stir in the lemon juice and zest into the shrimp, cooking for an additional minute.
6. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and mix in any remaining lemon juice and zest if desired.
7. Serve the garlic butter shrimp over the lemon rice, garnished with fresh parsley.