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Garlic Butter Shrimp


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A delightful and easy-to-prepare dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic and butter, perfect for impressing guests.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Place the shrimp in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque.
  4. Pour in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve hot over rice or pasta and enjoy with crusty bread for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 300mg