Description
A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp recipe that brings comfort and flavor to your table in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it turns creamy and frothy.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until the delightful aroma fills your kitchen.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning generously with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn beautifully pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with fresh lemon wedges for a burst of brightness.
Notes
Use fresh shrimp for the best taste. Be sure not to overcook the shrimp, and serve immediately for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg