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Quick Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp

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A glossy, buttery shrimp dish with bright lemon and garlic flavors, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick, satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 medium lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry shrimp. Season lightly with salt (½ teaspoon) and pepper (¼ teaspoon).
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and warm until shimmering (1-2 minutes).
  3. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes without moving until golden edges form. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the same pan and melt. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add lemon juice and zest along with red pepper flakes if using. Let sauce bubble gently for 30 seconds.
  6. Return shrimp to the pan and toss gently to coat. Heat through for 30 seconds.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, stir, and serve immediately.

Notes

Dry shrimp thoroughly before cooking to get a good sear and avoid steaming. Cook garlic just until fragrant to prevent bitterness. If sauce is too thin, add a teaspoon of cold butter at the end and stir until melted for a thicker sauce. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.

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