Description
Jumbo Shrimp in Butter Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that tantalizes your taste buds with rich, savory flavors. Juicy jumbo shrimp are sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, enhanced with fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice. This dish is perfect for date nights or casual gatherings, served over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every bit of the delicious sauce. Whip it up in just 20 minutes for an unforgettable experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure shrimp are thawed if frozen.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbling.
- Add minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add jumbo shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp, then sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes. Stir gently for another minute.
- Serve immediately with your choice of pasta or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 322
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 220mg