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Garlic Shrimp in 15 Minutes

Garlic Shrimp in 15 Minutes
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A quick and flavorful Garlic Shrimp recipe ready in just 15 minutes. Succulent shrimp sautéed in a savory garlic butter sauce with fresh herbs and a zesty touch of lemon. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners, this dish is low-carb, high-protein, and deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional), to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse and pat dry the shrimp to remove excess moisture, ensuring they sear nicely instead of steaming.
  2. Cook the Garlic: Heat olive oil and butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to brown or burn the garlic.
  3. Sauté the Shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Add Lemon and Herbs: Remove the skillet from heat. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and toss in chopped parsley. Gently mix to coat all shrimp with the garlic butter sauce.
  5. Serve Immediately: Transfer the garlic shrimp to a serving dish, spooning any buttery sauce from the pan over the top to maximize flavor.

Notes

  • Let shrimp sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking for even cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook shrimp in batches if necessary to ensure a proper sear.
  • Use fresh minced garlic instead of pre-minced for the best flavor.
  • Choose high-quality butter for richer taste.
  • Maintain medium heat to avoid burning garlic while cooking shrimp evenly.
  • Keep seasoning simple to let the shrimp’s natural flavor shine.

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