Description
Lemon garlic shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the sea to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe delights with its zesty aroma and succulent shrimp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thaw frozen shrimp under cold water for about 10 minutes and pat dry.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil until bubbly.
- Add minced garlic; sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice, combining well.
- Add shrimp; cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Toss in chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For added heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes during cooking. Pair with pasta or rice for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.