shrimp garlic butter
This delightful shrimp garlic butter recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that highlights the natural sweetness of shrimp with the rich, savory flavor of garlic and melted butter. Perfect as a main course or an impressive appetizer.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet
- 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Serving plate
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Approximately 16-20 shrimp.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional.
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
- as needed lemon wedges For serving.
Instructions
- Begin by rinsing the shrimp under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and bubbly, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly opaque, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until cooked through.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Taste the shrimp and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer the shrimp to a serving plate, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra zing.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a splash of white wine to the butter and garlic before adding the shrimp.
- This dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or over a bed of rice or pasta.
- To make it even richer, you can add a bit of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a splash of white wine to the butter and garlic before adding the shrimp.
This dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or over a bed of rice or pasta.
To make it even richer, you can add a bit of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.