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Garlic Butter Shrimp

This Garlic Butter Shrimp is quick, elegant, and bursting with flavor!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp shelled
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients. Make sure your shrimp are peeled and deveined. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and let it melt.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt to taste and let them cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Once the shrimp are mostly cooked, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir gently to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice. Toss in the chopped parsley and stir everything together.
  6. Serve your Garlic Butter Shrimp hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to add more red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  • Incorporate vegetables like asparagus or bell peppers for added nutrition.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.