Ingredients
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- ⅓ cup butter softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for serving
- 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined (tails on preferred)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or regular cooking oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the lemon zest, minced garlic, and chopped parsley until combined.
- Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels to remove any moisture.
- Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, coating them evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and allow them to cook without moving for 1-2 minutes until the bottom turns pink and is slightly browned.
- Flip the shrimp over and add dollops of the garlic herb butter around the pan.
- Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, occasionally basting the shrimp with the melted butter, until the shrimp are fully pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the pan immediately to avoid overcooking.
- Add a drizzle of fresh lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful dish.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking.
Pair with a side of rice or pasta to complement the sauce.
Ensure the shrimp are fresh for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.