Flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp is a quick and easy seafood dish that is bursting with bright and zesty flavors. Succulent shrimp are marinated in a tangy lemon garlic sauce and then quickly cooked to perfection. This dish is perfect for a light and refreshing meal or as an appetizer for a dinner party. Serve the lemon garlic shrimp over rice or pasta, or enjoy them on their own for a delicious and healthy dish.

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Ingredients for Flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe

  • 1/4 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined
  • 0.06 cup Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 3/4 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 0.13 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.06 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tablespoon Butter
  • as needed Fresh Parsley, For Garnish
  • as needed Lemon Wedges, For Garnish

Directions: Flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • STEP 2.Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat them in the marinade. Let the shrimp marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  • STEP 3.In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium-high heat.
  • STEP 4.Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
  • STEP 5.Remove the shrimp from the skillet and transfer them to a serving dish.
  • STEP 6.Garnish the shrimp with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
  • STEP 7.Serve the lemon garlic shrimp hot over rice or pasta, or enjoy them on their own.

Cooking Tips

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
  • You can use fresh or frozen shrimp for this recipe. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them before marinating.
  • Leftover lemon garlic shrimp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Store leftover lemon garlic shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat the shrimp in a skillet or in the microwave before serving.
  • Serve the lemon garlic shrimp hot over rice or pasta, or enjoy them on their own.
Nutrition
value
451
calories per serving
15 g Fat32 g Protein46 g Carbs2 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    15g
  • Protein
    32g
  • Carbs
    46g
  • Fiber
    2g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    46g
  • Protein
    32g
  • Fiber
    2g

Fats

  • Fat
    15g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    89mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    68mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    5mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    32mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    2mcg
  • Vitamin C
    6mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    76mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    336mg
  • Selenium
    51mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp