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A white pan of garlic butter shrimp.
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Garlic Butter Shrimp

This garlic butter shrimp is the perfect 10-minute dinner idea for busy weeknights. Everyone will love this fragrant garlic butter sauce. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Garlic Butter Shrimp, Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp, Shrimp Recipe
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Lisa Bryan

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 ½ pounds large shrimp
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon juiced (about 3 tablespoons juice)
  • 2 tablespoons roughly chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Saute the garlic. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for about 30 seconds.
    Cooking garlic in a pan.
  • Cook the shrimp. Add the shrimp to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
    Cooked garlic butter shrimp in a white pan.
  • Add lemon juice and parsley. Remove the shrimp from the heat, and stir in the lemon juice and parsley.
    Garlic butter shrimp.

Video

Notes

  • To store in the fridge: Let the shrimp cook completely before storing it in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. 
  • To freeze for later: Place cooled shrimp in a freezer-safe container bag, removing as much air as possible. They will stay good for up to 3 months. 
  • Reheating tip: Avoid using the microwave as it can make shrimp tough. Instead, warm the shrimp in a skillet over low heat with a little extra butter or olive oil, until heated through.
  • When it comes to shrimp, do your best to not overcook them. That's when they become rubbery. 

Nutrition

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 301mg | Sodium: 1319mg | Potassium: 124mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 3mg