# Garlic Butter Shrimp

This easy garlic butter shrimp is succulent shrimp tossed in an easy garlic and lemon sauce. The perfect quick dinner or appetizer!

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 10 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 lb large shrimp (I use 16-20 count size, peeled, deveined and tails removed if desired)
- 1 salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic (use more if you love garlic!)
- 1 juice of one lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

## Instructions

1. Place the butter in a large pan and melt over medium high heat.
2. Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
3. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
4. Add the garlic and cook for one more minute.
5. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, then serve.

## Equipment

- large pan

## Tips

- Use fresh minced garlic.
- Don't overcook the shrimp. Cook until pink and opaque.
- If you love garlic, use more garlic.
- Shrimp tails can be removed or left on depending on preference.
- Serve over pasta or rice, or as an appetizer

## Source

- Original video: https://www.dinneratthezoo.com/garlic-butter-shrimp/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/4e5a43f7-8f15-49d8-ad19-00d1da99f3ea
- Extracted: 2025-02-08

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