Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Zest

A quick and flavorful shrimp dish sautéed in garlic butter, brightened with fresh lemon zest. Perfect for a light yet satisfying main course.

Steps

1. Rinse the shrimp and pat dry. 2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. 3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. 4. Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper. 5. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. 6. Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest, cook for another 1 minute. 7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. 8. Serve immediately, optionally with a side of steamed vegetables or rice.

150g shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tbsp unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)