Description
Juicy shrimp cooked to perfection in a buttery garlic sauce is a true culinary delight. This recipe captures the essence of coastal flavors, combining fresh shrimp with aromatic garlic and zesty lemon for a dish that’s both easy to prepare and impressive enough for any occasion. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor that will transport your taste buds straight to the shore. Whether served over rice or pasta, this juicy shrimp recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince garlic, squeeze lemon juice, and ensure shrimp are cleaned.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbling.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes and add lemon juice halfway through cooking.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice, drizzling extra butter from the skillet on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg