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Garlic Butter Shrimp

A quick and easy dish featuring shrimp sautéed in a buttery garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Can adjust garlic amount to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning to personal preference
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt.
  2. Once the butter starts to froth, add the minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Add lemon juice and fold in chopped parsley. Let it simmer for another minute.

Notes

A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a kick. This dish pairs beautifully with salad, rice, or pasta. Don't worry if the sauce looks lumpy, just stir gently!