Index
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Cooking the Shrimp
- Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Finishing the Dish
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the cooked shrimp.
- Toss the shrimp in the garlic butter sauce until well coated.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Tips and Tricks
Customizing the Dish
Feel free to customize your garlic butter shrimp by adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the garlic butter shrimp over cooked pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Making Ahead
You can prep the shrimp ahead of time by peeling and deveining them, and mincing the garlic. Store them separately in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Freezing Instructions
While shrimp can be frozen, the texture may change slightly upon thawing. If freezing, do so in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g