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Garlic Butter Shrimp

Garlic Butter Shrimp: A Quick, High-Protein Dinner Treat

Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick, high-protein dinner treat that tantalizes taste buds with its rich flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Swap for olive oil for a lighter option
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Sauté gently to keep it mellow
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Can use fresh herbs for better flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh juice is best for optimal taste
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Optional for enhancing presentation and flavor
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat until foamy and slightly golden.
  2. Add large shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
  4. Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice over shrimp, and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve Garlic Butter Shrimp immediately for the best flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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