Ingredients
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Alright, let’s talk about what you’ll need to whip up this delightful dish. You won’t find any hard-to-pronounce ingredients here, just good old kitchen staples that come together beautifully.
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
If you’re out of fresh parsley, dried parsley works just fine. And if you’re not a fan of spice, feel free to skip the red pepper flakes. Remember, home cooking is all about making it work for you!
Instructions
Ready to get cooking? Follow these steps, and you’ll have dinner on the table in no time.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt completely, swirling the pan occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
- Once the shrimp are cooked, squeeze the lemon juice over them and add the lemon zest. Give everything a good stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
One of my favorite kitchen tips? Always keep an eye on the garlic. It can go from perfectly golden to burnt in a blink, and no one wants bitter garlic in their dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp, recipe, cooking, food
