Description
Savory garlic butter shrimp and broccoli skillet delivers restaurant-quality comfort in minutes. Crisp broccoli and succulent shrimp mingle with rich, aromatic butter sauce, inviting you to savor each delightful, quick-fix Mediterranean-inspired bite.
Ingredients
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Main Protein and Vegetable:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Dairy and Fat:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring the pan is evenly heated for optimal cooking.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and develop a slight golden exterior.
- Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside on a clean plate, keeping them warm.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic, sautéing for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Introduce broccoli florets to the garlic butter, stirring continuously and cooking for 3-4 minutes until they become bright green and slightly tender.
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the broccoli, ensuring even seasoning while maintaining their crisp texture.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, gently tossing with the broccoli and garlic butter to reheat and blend flavors.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire mixture, creating a bright and zesty flavor profile.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley, providing a fresh herb finish.
- Serve immediately in the skillet for a rustic, appetizing presentation that preserves the dish’s warmth and aroma.
Notes
- Check shrimp freshness by ensuring they smell ocean-like and have a firm, translucent appearance without any discoloration or strong fishy odor.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp by watching their color change to pink and removing them immediately to prevent rubbery texture.
- Use high-heat cooking method to maintain broccoli’s vibrant green color and crisp-tender texture, preserving maximum nutritional value.
- Customize recipe for low-carb or keto diets by replacing butter with ghee and adding extra herbs like thyme or rosemary for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg