lemon garlic shrimp

This tantalizing Lemon Garlic Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp with a zesty lemon and garlic sauce. Perfect as a main course or served over pasta or rice, this dish is simple yet elegant enough for gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 4 People

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

1 large skillet
1 measuring spoons
1 measuring cups
1 spatula
1 zester or grater (optional)
1 tongs or slotted spoon

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
1 lemon zest
2 lemons juice
salt To taste.
black pepper To taste.
fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
lemon wedges For serving.

Notes

For added flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil for 15-30 minutes before cooking.

This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.