Easy Shrimp Garlic Butter Recipe
A quick and easy 15-minute shrimp garlic butter recipe that's perfect for weeknights or special dinners. Juicy shrimp in rich garlic butter sauce—serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread!
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil optional
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes optional, to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Thaw shrimp if frozen. Pat dry. Mince garlic and chop parsley.
Sauté Garlic:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Cook the Shrimp:
- Add shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
Add Final Touches:
- Stir in lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Don’t overcook the shrimp – they should be pink and curl into a C-shape.
- For a lighter version, use olive oil instead of butter.
- Serving ideas: Serve over pasta, steamed rice, or with crusty bread.
- Optional add-ins: Lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, or chili flakes for heat.