Garlic Parmesan Shrimp
This Garlic Parmesan Shrimp recipe combines succulent shrimp with a rich and flavorful garlic-parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fancy date night, this dish is sure to impress.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 stirring spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 garlic press (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Allow it to become bubbly but not browned.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant (do not let it burn).
- Add red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring well to combine with the garlic and butter.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp and stir gently until the cheese melts and coats the shrimp evenly.
- Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp. Toss lightly to combine.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve this dish over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Feel free to adjust the level of spice by altering the amount of red pepper flakes based on your preference.
For extra flavor, you may also add a splash of white wine after sautéing the garlic for a more complex taste.