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Garlic Butter Shrimp: A Delicious Recipe You Must Try!

A delicious and easy-to-make Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe that is perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Cooked rice or pasta for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley.
  5. Serve immediately over cooked rice or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mg

Notes

  • For a creamier sauce, add 1/4 cup heavy cream after cooking the shrimp and stir until combined.
  • Substitute the shrimp with scallops or chicken for a different protein option.

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