Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy days. Juicy shrimp, buttery garlic sauce, and a touch of heat come together in minutes for a mouthwatering meal.
Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spatula
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Defrost frozen shrimp fully, pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat skillet over medium heat, add butter, and let it melt until bubbly.
- Stir in minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add shrimp, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes, drizzle lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to coat shrimp.
- Let the sauce thicken slightly; garnish with chopped parsley before serving.