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Jumbo Shrimp in Butter Garlic Sauce: Easy, Flavorful Recipe!

A delicious and easy recipe for jumbo shrimp cooked in a rich butter garlic sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the jumbo shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp and toss to combine.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mg

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a splash of white wine after sautéing the garlic and let it simmer for a minute before adding the shrimp.
  • Serve over cooked pasta or rice to make it a complete meal.
  • You can also add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for added nutrition and color.

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