15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp (Printer View)

Shrimp sautéed in garlic butter for a quick, flavorful dish ideal for busy evenings or entertaining guests.

# What you'll need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 450g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
04 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Method:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and set aside in a bowl.
02 - Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, without browning.
03 - Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes until shrimp turns pink and opaque.
04 - Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, tossing gently to coat shrimp in garlic butter. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Cooks in only fifteen minutes so great for busy weeknights
  • Uses just one pan for easy cleanup
  • Loaded with garlicky rich buttery flavor
  • Perfect for both casual meals and date nights
02 -
  • High in protein and surprisingly low in carbs
  • You can serve this with pasta rice or roasted vegetables
  • Ideal for parties and crowd friendly
03 -
  • Use jumbo shrimp for the juiciest bite and most dramatic look
  • Always dry the shrimp well to guarantee a good sear and prevent watery sauce
  • Toast a slice of baguette to soak up every drop of buttery magic Do not waste a bit
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