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Best Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Best Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe for Quick Zesty Delight

Experience the Best Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe, delivering incredible flavor in just 20 minutes with zesty lemon and garlic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or frozen (thaw and dry before use)
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Opt for fresh for the best taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 lemon Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed works best
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances citrus flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnishing

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Season your shrimp with salt and pepper, ensuring they're nicely coated. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until bright pink.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping the bottom of the skillet.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and zest along with butter, mixing until smooth.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing in the sauce and cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 23gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients matter for the best flavor, and avoid overcrowding the skillet to ensure a proper sear.

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