Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the most mouthwatering, restaurant-quality Shrimp in Lemon Garlic Sauce that you can whip up in just 15 minutes! Imagine succulent, perfectly seared shrimp bathed in a rich, aromatic butter sauce that will transport you straight to culinary heaven. Whether you're a busy home cook looking for a quick gourmet meal or a seafood enthusiast craving something extraordinary, this recipe is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Butter
- Garlic, minced
- Lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Parsley, chopped
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure they brown nicely and remove excess moisture.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring the pan is evenly heated and butter is just starting to foam.
- Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even cooking.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on the first side until they turn pink and start to curl slightly.
- Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side until they are completely opaque and have a light golden color.
- Sprinkle fresh lemon zest over the shrimp and squeeze lemon juice into the pan.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, stirring to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added color and flavor.
- Serve immediately, spooning any remaining butter and pan sauce over the shrimp.
Tips
- Ensure your shrimp are completely dry before cooking to achieve a beautiful golden sear and prevent steaming.
- Use medium-high heat to get that perfect caramelization without burning the butter and garlic.
- Don't overcrowd the pan - cook shrimp in a single layer to guarantee even cooking and beautiful color.
- Watch the shrimp closely while cooking; they go from perfectly cooked to rubbery in seconds. The moment they turn pink and curl slightly, they're done.
- Fresh ingredients make a huge difference - use freshly minced garlic and squeeze the lemon juice right before adding to maximize flavor.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine to the butter sauce.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the shrimp at their most tender and flavorful state.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 166kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg
