Here’s a simple and delicious Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe that’s quick to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a light meal:
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
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1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Juice of 1 lemon
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Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for extra zing)
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
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Make the garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30–60 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn the garlic!).
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Add lemon: Stir in lemon juice, zest, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let it simmer for 1 minute.
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Combine shrimp and sauce: Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for another 1–2 minutes to heat through.
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Finish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.
💡 Tip: If you like a creamier sauce, you can add a splash of heavy cream after adding the lemon juice and simmer for a minute before adding the shrimp back in.
If you want, I can also give you a one-pan version that’s even faster and keeps everything juicy and flavorful. Do you want me to do that?
