Description
This Sautéed Shrimp in Garlic Butter Sauce recipe delivers succulent, tender shrimp cooked in a rich and flavorful garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is packed with fresh garlic, butter, and parsley for an aromatic and delicious meal that can be served on its own or with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Butter and Seasonings
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including shrimp, butter, garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley to streamline your cooking process.
- Heat Butter: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until fully melted and shimmering.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add Remaining Butter: Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, allowing the shrimp to become fully coated in the garlic butter sauce.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish the shrimp with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.
- Serve with crusty bread or over pasta to soak up the garlic butter sauce.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to avoid rubbery texture.
- Fresh parsley adds color and a bright finish; you can substitute with cilantro if desired.
