Garlic Butter Shrimp
Tender shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce for a quick and flavorful meal ready in minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Total Time 18 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Large Skillet used to sauté the shrimp and create the garlic butter sauce Tongs used to flip and handle the shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to bubble.
Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring so it does not burn.
Place the shrimp in a single layer in the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest until the butter melts into a smooth sauce.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
- Add a splash of white wine when adding the garlic for an extra layer of flavor.
- This shrimp is delicious served over rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
- For a lighter option, spoon the shrimp over a large salad or zucchini noodles.
- Shrimp cook quickly, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
