Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter until bubbling.
- Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice, sprinkle with parsley, and add red pepper flakes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, swap out parsley for basil or cilantro.
- Serve with crusty bread, pasta, or rice.
- Use fresh garlic for the best taste; avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 large shrimp (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg