Description
Looking for the best lemon garlic butter shrimp recipe This easy and quick dish delivers bold flavor with simple steps making it perfect for healthy dinners busy weeknights or last minute meal ideas Juicy shrimp cooked in butter garlic and lemon create a light yet satisfying option that feels special without effort Save this best shrimp recipe for family meals casual gatherings or simple seafood nights
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels to help them sear properly.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds stirring constantly to release aroma.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink.
- Season with salt and pepper while cooking for even flavor.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and stir gently to coat.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately while warm for best texture and taste.
Notes
- Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture.
- Use fresh lemon for brighter flavor.
- Add chili flakes for gentle heat if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg