Garlic butter shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish made with juicy shrimp cooked in a rich sauce made from butter, garlic, and parsley. This meal is perfect for a busy weeknight or for entertaining guests and can be served over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Additional lemon wedges for serving
Appliances and Special Utensils:
Instructions:
- Prep the Shrimp:
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Garlic:
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
- Sauté the Shrimp:
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Finish the Sauce:
- Add the remaining butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley.
- Toss everything together until the shrimp are coated in the butter sauce.
- Serve:
- Serve the garlic butter shrimp immediately with additional lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the shrimp.
This dish is best enjoyed fresh and can be paired beautifully with a light white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc.