15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp (Print view)

Succulent shrimp cooked in garlic butter with lemon and parsley for a quick, flavorful dish.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Aromatics

02 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced

→ Fats

03 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Seasonings

05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

08 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
10 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - Warm olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Arrange shrimp in a single layer in skillet and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
04 - Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet, then add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant without browning.
05 - Return shrimp to skillet, add crushed red pepper flakes if desired, lemon juice, and toss to coat evenly.
06 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick 15-minute preparation
  • Rich garlic butter flavor enhances the shrimp perfectly
02 -
  • Serve over cooked rice or pasta for a complete meal
  • For a different flavor, substitute parsley with fresh basil or cilantro
03 -
  • Use unsalted butter to control the salt level in the dish
  • Add a splash of white wine before returning shrimp to the skillet for extra depth
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