Description
A quick and easy recipe for lemon garlic butter shrimp that delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb shrimp (36-40 count per bag), peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, add the butter and minced garlic. Simmer gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.
- Add the shrimp, seasoning salt, black pepper, paprika, and lemon juice to the pan, stirring to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are opaque and curled into a “C” shape.
- Remove from heat to prevent overcooking, sprinkle with parsley if using, and serve over rice, pasta, or with your favorite side dish.
Notes
Use medium-to-large shrimp for best results. Leftover shrimp can be used in tacos or salads.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian