Garlic Butter Shrimp
A delicious and easy garlic butter shrimp recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes, packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the shrimp in a single layer for 2-3 minutes on one side.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add lemon juice and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the garlic butter sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed and consider adding crushed red pepper for some heat.