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Zesty Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

Irresistibly Zesty Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet in 15 Minutes

This Zesty Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet can be made in just 15 minutes, delivering a rich flavor and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp Fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined for quick cooking.
For the Flavor Base
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced finely to release its aromatic flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Provides a rich base; unsalted helps you control seasoning well.
For the Zesty Finish
  • 1 lemon lemon Freshly squeezed for that bright, zesty flavor.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until it becomes foamy.
  2. Add 4 finely minced cloves of garlic to the melted butter, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds.
  3. Once the garlic is fragrant, add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
  4. Squeeze the juice of 1 fresh lemon over the shrimp in the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 23gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed fresh from the skillet. Customize with veggies or herbs as preferred.

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