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Butter Garlic Shrimp: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for 4

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Ingredients

– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Making Butter Garlic Shrimp is as easy as following these simple steps:

1. Prep Shrimp: Begin by peeling and deveining the shrimp if they aren’t pre-peeled.
2. Heat Pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
3. Add Garlic: Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it!
4. Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
5. Add Butter: Once the shrimp are cooked through, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and toss everything to combine.
6. Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
7. Serve: Transfer to a serving dish while still hot.

This method ensures that your shrimp are perfectly cooked every time, with a flavorful garlic butter sauce to savor.

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