🦐 Garlic Butter Shrimp
Ingredients:
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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Juice of ½ lemon (plus extra for serving)
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Cook the garlic: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.
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Add the shrimp: Place shrimp in the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
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Finish the dish: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and toss to coat.
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Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Serving Ideas:
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Spoon over fluffy rice or pasta.
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Pair with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad.
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Serve with warm crusty bread to soak up that delicious garlic butter sauce.
Quick, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible! 🍋🧈

