Buttery Garlic Herb Shrimp with Lemon Zest

Ingredients

- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Prep the Shrimp
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, making sure they are evenly coated.

2. Infuse the Oil
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.

3. Cook the Shrimp
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and are opaque in the center. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

4. Prepare the Sauce
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Allow it to melt and begin to brown.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.

5. Combine and Finish
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them in the buttery garlic and lemon sauce to ensure each piece is coated.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.

6. Serve
- Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and enjoy immediately. Pair with your choice of pasta, rice, or a fresh salad.

Total Time

PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner, Main Course

Keywords

Shrimp Recipe, Seafood Dinner, Quick Meal, Garlic Shrimp, Lemon Shrimp, Easy Dinner, Herb Butter Shrimp, Weeknight Meal, Skillet Shrimp, Garlic Herb

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

980 calories total

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