Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp

15m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
25m
Ready In

Recipe: #33520

October 12, 2019

Categories: Shrimp, No Eggs,



"I like to serve this over rice, garnished with a bit of parsley and some lemon wedges"

Original is 6 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (175.5 g)
  • Calories 266.1
  • Total Fat - 21.6 g
  • Saturated Fat - 8.7 g
  • Cholesterol - 125.7 mg
  • Sodium - 532 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 9.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 2.4 g
  • Sugars - 1.8 g
  • Protein - 11.6 g
  • Calcium - 72.2 mg
  • Iron - 0.9 mg
  • Vitamin C - 40.2 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Add shrimp to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, flour, cayenne pepper and pepper. Toss to combine, cover the bowl and place in the fridge for 30 minutes to 24 hours.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Using a slotted spoon, add shrimp and garlic to hot skillet and season with salt and pepper

Step 5

Saute the shrimp until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side

Step 6

Remove the shrimp, but leave as much of the garlic as possible

Step 7

Add the salted butter and 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Step 8

Cook the garlic in the butter until it begins to caramelize

Step 9

Remove from the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, the juice of 1/2 a lemon

Step 10

Serve shrimp over rice and drizzle with warm garlic butter. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and a lemon wedge if desired

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • When selecting shrimp, make sure to buy fresh, raw shrimp with the tails still on for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh parsley, you can substitute with dried parsley flakes.

  • Substitute olive oil for coconut oil: Coconut oil has a higher smoke point than olive oil, which makes it better suited for sautéing the shrimp. It also has a mild coconut flavor which pairs nicely with the garlic and lemon.
  • Substitute butter for ghee: Ghee has a higher smoke point than butter, making it better for sautéing the shrimp. It also has a mild nutty flavor which pairs nicely with the garlic and lemon.

Coconut Lime Shrimp Replace the olive oil with coconut oil, the lemon juice with lime juice, and the butter with coconut butter. Increase the cayenne pepper to 1 teaspoon. Add 1/2 cup of coconut milk to the garlic butter mixture and reduce until thickened. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and a lime wedge if desired.



Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan:

This simple side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp. Roasting asparagus brings out its natural sweetness and the Parmesan adds a salty, savory flavor. The combination of the garlic and lemon in the shrimp, with the Parmesan and asparagus, is sure to be a hit at your dinner table!


Crispy Baked Potatoes: Crispy Baked Potatoes are the perfect side dish to pair with the Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp. This simple dish is easy to make and full of flavor. The potatoes are roasted until golden and crispy, with a hint of garlic and a touch of butter. The combination of the garlic and lemon in the shrimp, with the potatoes, is sure to be a hit at your dinner table!




FAQ

Q: How long should the shrimp marinate?

A: The shrimp should marinate for at least 30 minutes, but can be left in the fridge for up to 24 hours.



Q: What kind of marinade should I use?

A: Any marinade you like will work, but a classic combination is olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs. You can also add spices like paprika or cayenne pepper for extra flavor.

1 Reviews

JustMeMelMel

A little spicy and very tasty. We enjoyed these very much!

5.0

review by:
(27 Jul 2021)

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Fun facts:

This recipe is inspired by the classic French dish, Shrimp Scampi, which is believed to have been created in the 1950s by a chef at a restaurant in Rome.

Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp is a favorite of celebrities such as Beyonce, Jennifer Aniston, and Gwyneth Paltrow, who have all been seen enjoying the dish in various restaurants and events.