Buttered Garlic Shrimp
Buttered Garlic Shrimp is a delicious and quick seafood dish made with succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, with a hint of lemon and spice. Perfect for a savory, satisfying meal
Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Spoon for stirring
- Knife and chopping board
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: If not already done, peel and devein the shrimp. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Let them cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet. Stir to coat the shrimp in the garlic butter sauce. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes to allow the shrimp to absorb the flavors.
- Serve: Once the shrimp are coated with the butter and the sauce is well combined, remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Enjoy: Serve your Buttered Garlic Shrimp with a side of rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce!