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15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp

Quick garlic butter shrimp with lemon and parsley, ready in about 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Method
 

  1. Season the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt the butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it starts to foam slightly.
  3. Cook the shrimp: Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
  4. Finish and serve: Remove the pan from heat, squeeze in the lemon juice, and stir in the parsley. Serve immediately.