Shrimp Garlic & Butter Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Ensure they are peeled and deveined.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
3
Chop the Parsley
Rinse and chop the fresh parsley, setting it aside for garnishing.

4
Melt the Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the butter and allow it to melt completely.
5
Sauté the Garlic
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
6
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir gently to coat the shrimp with the butter and garlic mixture.
7
Sauté the Shrimp
Cook the shrimp for about 3-5 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
8
Add Lemon Juice and Garnish
Once the shrimp are cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Stir to combine.

9
Plate and Serve
Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish, ensuring to drizzle any leftover garlic butter from the skillet over the top. Serve immediately.