Description
Succulent garlic butter shrimp dazzles seafood enthusiasts with Mediterranean coastal charm. Quick and elegant, this dish promises restaurant-quality flavors that invite diners to savor each perfectly seasoned bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) lemon juice
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Position a large skillet over medium heat and gently melt unsalted butter until it transforms into a smooth, golden liquid.
- Introduce minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the melted butter, allowing the aromatics to dance and release their fragrant essence for 1-2 minutes without browning.
- Elevate the heat to medium-high and carefully slide the shrimp into the skillet, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook each side for approximately 2-3 minutes until the shrimp transition from translucent to a vibrant pink hue.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the shrimp, gently tossing to ensure every morsel is coated with the zesty, buttery glaze. Immediately remove the skillet from heat.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley, creating a verdant contrast against the golden shrimp. Serve piping hot with additional lemon wedges for those craving an extra citrus punch.
Notes
- Butter Selection: Choose high-quality unsalted butter for a richer, more controlled flavor profile that won’t overpower the delicate shrimp.
- Temperature Control: Keep the heat medium to prevent burning garlic and ensure even cooking of shrimp, which can quickly become rubbery if overcooked.
- Seafood Freshness: Always use fresh, deveined shrimp for the best texture and taste, preferably sourced from sustainable fisheries.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap butter with olive oil for a lighter version or use ghee for a lactose-free alternative that maintains a rich, buttery essence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg