Description:
This easy garlic butter shrimp is succulent shrimp tossed in an easy garlic and lemon sauce. The perfect quick dinner or appetizer!
PREPARATION TIME :
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
INGREDIENTS :
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 lb large shrimp I use 16-20 count size, peeled, deveined and tails removed if desired
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2-3 teaspoons minced garlic use more if you love garlic!
- the juice of one lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
INSTRUCTIONS :
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Place the butter in a large pan and melt over medium high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
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Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
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Add the garlic and cook for one more minute.
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Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, then serve.
NUTRITION:
Calories: 215kcal | Protein: 23g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 315mg | Sodium: 481mg | Potassium: 90mg | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 4.6mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 2.6mg
