Garlic Butter Shrimp: A 10-Minute Flavor Explosion

This Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe is a quick, satisfying gluten-free dish that delivers a flavor explosion in just 10 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound large shrimp Choose wild-caught, fully thawed and patted dry

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons butter Substitute with ghee or dairy-free butter if needed
3-4 cloves garlic Fresh minced garlic
to taste kosher salt Enhances flavor
to taste black pepper Freshly ground for spiciness
3 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed
1 handful fresh parsley Chopped, can substitute with basil or cilantro

Equipment

Large Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Garlic Butter Shrimp

In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until it starts to foam. Add 3-4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds, until fragrant and golden.
Add 1 pound of large, thawed shrimp to the skillet and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, flipping them when they turn pink and opaque.
Once the shrimp are cooked through, remove the skillet from heat and immediately drizzle in 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir in a handful of chopped fresh parsley.
Transfer the Garlic Butter Shrimp to a serving platter and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 320mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is fantastic over a bed of rice, gluten-free pasta, or alongside grilled vegetables. It can be made ahead for busy evenings.

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