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Lemon Garlic Shrimp

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Lemon Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp sautéed in a buttery, garlic-infused sauce with a bright lemony kick. This versatile recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a delicious and easy seafood dish that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
    3 tablespoons unsalted butter
    4 cloves garlic, minced
    1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
    1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine
    Juice of 1 lemon
    Zest of 1 lemon
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
    Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  • Prep the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
  • Cook the Shrimp: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Sear the Shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  • Make the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth or white wine, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
  • Season & Serve: Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Prep the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
    Cook the Shrimp: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
    Sear the Shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
    Make the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth or white wine, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
    Season & Serve: Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

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