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Sizzling Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

Sizzling Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet Ready in 20 Minutes

A luxurious yet quick Sizzling Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet, ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for impressing on busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Medium or large shrimp Pat dry before seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sprinkle generously.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Creates rich sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing.
For Flavoring
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, sauté until fragrant.
  • 1 whole Lemon Juiced for brightness.

Equipment

  • Large heavy skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, season with salt and red pepper flakes, and set aside.
  2. Preheat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add butter and olive oil, swirl to combine, then add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes per side.
  4. Stir in minced garlic when shrimp are nearly done, sauté just until fragrant.
  5. Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice over shrimp, and toss gently.
  6. Serve shrimp on a warm plate, garnished with parsley and extra lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dry shrimp thoroughly before seasoning. Adjust cooking time based on shrimp size. Add fresh herbs after cooking for maximum flavor.

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