Garlic Butter Shrimp
Directions
- 1Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.
- 3Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using).
- 5Cook the shrimp for 23 minutes on one side until they start turning pink and slightly golden.
- 6Flip the shrimp and add the remaining butter. Continue cooking for another 23 minutes until fully cooked and opaque.
- 7Squeeze the lemon juice over the shrimp and stir in the chopped parsley.
- 8Toss everything together so the shrimp are evenly coated in the garlic butter sauce.
- 9Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 juice of lemon juice
Equipment
large skilletpaper towels
Tips
- Be careful not to burn the garlic when sautéing.
- Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.