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Garlic Shrimp Recipe with Lemon Butter Sauce

Juicy shrimp sautéed in garlic and finished with a rich, bright lemon butter sauce. Ready in minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp in a single layer and season.
  4. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and remaining butter.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp. Best served immediately with pasta, rice, or bread.