Description
Garlic Herb Butter Shrimp is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that brings a taste of luxury to your dinner table. Succulent shrimp are sautéed in a rich, aromatic garlic herb butter sauce, complemented by fresh parsley and a splash of zesty lemon juice. This delightful recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Whether served over fluffy rice, tossed with pasta, or alongside fresh vegetables, Garlic Herb Butter Shrimp is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this easy yet sophisticated meal that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining if necessary.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until foamy.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately one minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet; cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice, ensuring even coating.
- Serve immediately over rice or pasta, drizzling with the garlic herb sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg