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Garlic Butter Shrimp garnished with parsley and lemon wedges on a clean white plate.

Garlic Butter Shrimp

Want a fast, tasty dinner? This Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe hits all the right notes! Juicy shrimp cooked in garlic and butter sounds fancy, but it’s a breeze to make. This recipe keeps things simple with only 5 ingredients that pack tons of flavor. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s perfect for busy nights. Plus, it’s naturally low in carbs and gluten-free, so it works for various diets without extra effort. Serve it with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad, and you’ve got a satisfying main course everyone will love. Great for beginners, so let’s get cooking! 🎉
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 Serving
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $3

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Pan  For cooking the shrimp evenly in garlic butter.
  • Spatula or Tongs For flipping the shrimp without breaking them.
  • Juicer (optional) For squeezing fresh lemon juice.
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups To measure butter, garlic, and lemon juice accurately.
  • Cutting Board and Knife For chopping garlic and parsley.

Ingredients

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 lb Shrimp Peeled and Deveined
  • 4 Tbsp Butter
  • 4 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Lemon Juiced
  • Fresh Parsley Chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • 1. Get Your Shrimp Ready
  • Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry with a paper towel. Dry shrimp cook better and get a nice sear!
    Fresh shrimp being rinsed and dried with a paper towel, ready for cooking.
  • 2. Melt the Butter
  • Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and let it melt completely. You’ll see the kitchen start to smell amazing already!
    Butter melting in a skillet over medium heat, forming the base for Garlic Butter Shrimp.
  • 3. Add Garlic and Shrimp
  • Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Then, add the shrimp. Spread them out in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side. Avoid overcooking.
    Adding Garlic to Melted Butter" Alt Text: "Minced garlic added to melted butter in a skillet, stirred with a wooden spoon.
  • 4. Flip and Add Lemon Juice
  • Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 minutes until they turn pink. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice for an extra zesty kick.
    Shrimp added to the skillet with garlic and butter, starting to turn pink.
  • 5. Garnish and Serve
  • Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a pop of color. Serve the Easy Garlic Shrimp hot with pasta, rice, or a light salad.
    Shrimp flipped in the skillet, cooking in garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon juice

Notes

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

  • Quick and Delicious: It’s done in just 15 minutes!
  • Only 5 Ingredients: Easy shopping, easy cooking.
  • Versatile and Diet-Friendly: Great for low-carb and gluten-free diets.
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