Golden Garlic Lemon Butter Jumbo Shrimp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)

4 cloves garlic, finely minced

3 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tbsp olive oil

Zest and juice of 1 lemon

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Lemon slices, for garnish

 

‍ Instructions:

1. Pat dry the shrimp and season with salt and pepper.

2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.

3. Once the butter melts, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t brown it).

4. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and slightly golden.

5. Add the lemon juice, zest, and remaining tablespoon of butter. Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the shrimp.

6. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and fresh parsley.

7. Serve immediately with lemon slices over:

Steamed rice

Garlic pasta

Toasted bread

Or a crisp green salad