Garlic Butter Shrimp

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Treat yourself to this quick and flavorful garlic butter shrimp recipe. Juicy shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, ready in just 15 minutes — perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or appetizer.

📋 Ingredients:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon

🍳 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp

Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Cook Garlic Butter

Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3: Cook Shrimp

Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.

Step 4: Finish with Butter and Lemon

Add remaining butter and lemon juice.
Toss to coat the shrimp well.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.

✅ Tips for Perfect Garlic Butter Shrimp:

Don’t overcook shrimp to keep them tender.
Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
Serve with lemon wedges for extra zest.

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