Pairs well with Garlic and Lemon Butter Shrimp
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Garlic and Lemon Butter Shrimp
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Juicy and tender shrimp cooked to perfection in butter, garlic, and lemon juice, seasoned with a blend of spices.
00:05:00 total
Serves 4
medium
Seafood Main
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Ingredients
- raw and uncooked shrimp - watch the video to see (deveined, with shells and digestive tract removed)
- salt - to taste
- ground black pepper - to taste
- paprika - to taste (for color)
- garlic powder - to taste (without salt)
- onion powder - to taste (without salt)
- oil - watch the video to see (a splash, for seasoning adherence)
- unsalted butter - 3-4 tablespoons
- garlic - 4-5 cloves (minced)
- lemon juice - watch the video to see
- fresh parsley - watch the video to see (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Clean and devein shrimp, removing shells and digestive tract. Dry with absorbent paper.
- Season Shrimp: Add a splash of oil to shrimp and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Cook Shrimp: In a skillet with hot oil over medium-high heat, add shrimp without overcrowding. Seal for 30 seconds on each side and remove.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: Lower heat to medium-low, add butter, and once melted, add minced garlic. Stir for about a minute.
- Finish Cooking: Add back the half-cooked shrimp, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Stir well and cook for 1 to 1.5 minutes until done.
