Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

For Serving

• Lemon wedges
• Crusty bread, rice, or pasta

Substitutions

• Replace shrimp with bite-size chicken breast or a firm white fish, adjusting the cooking time and safe temperature.
• Use dairy-free butter or olive oil in place of butter, noting that the sauce will taste lighter.

Instructions

Step 2: Sear

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp in one layer for 1 to 2 minutes per side; transfer to a plate as soon as they turn opaque.

Step 3: Make the sauce

Lower the heat. Add butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4: Finish

Stir in lemon juice and zest. Return shrimp to the pan and toss for 30 to 60 seconds.

Step 5: Serve

Remove from the heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

How to Store Leftovers

Cool Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp promptly and refrigerate it in a shallow covered container. Use seafood leftovers within 2 to 3 days and keep fresh garnishes separate.

How to Reheat

Reheat the shrimp briefly in a skillet over low heat with a spoonful of the lemon-butter juices. Stir just until the shrimp are hot; extended reheating makes them firm and rubbery. Add fresh parsley or lemon only after the pan is off the heat.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.

Frequently Asked Questions