Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp
This Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp is a quick, flavorful dish that’s sure to impress! Perfect for any occasion and ready in just 15 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs extra-large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice preferably from a juicy lemon
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley for garnish
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Salt to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon sugar to balance flavors
- 4 teaspoons high-quality olive oil divided for cooking
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
Instructions
- Rinse the peeled and deveined shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and sugar, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Flip the shrimp, add melted butter and remaining olive oil, squeeze fresh lemon juice, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in minced parsley, and transfer to a serving dish.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring Spoons
- Garlic press
- Cutting Board
- Serving dish
Notes
- Serve with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.