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Plump shrimp delicately cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, ready to serve.

Classic Shrimp in Garlic Butter Sauce

This classic recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce with a hint of fresh lemon and parsley. It's a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined (tail on or off, fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 4-6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil optional
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1-2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice squeezed
  • Salt To taste
  • Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thaw frozen shrimp completely, then pat them very dry with paper towels. Lightly season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Melt butter and optional olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery texture.
Finishing
  1. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving immediately.

Notes

Serve this delicious shrimp with crusty bread to soak up the extra garlic butter sauce, or over pasta or rice for a complete meal. Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon juice to your preference.