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New Year's Eve Garlic Butter Shrimp

Garlic butter shrimp cooks quickly in a 12-inch skillet, with a fragrant garlic and red pepper butter sauce. Lemon juice and fresh parsley finish the tender shrimp with a bright, savory flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 305
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb shrimp large (21 to 25 per pound), peeled and deveined
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch skillet

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry.
  2. Season the shrimp with the salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook half the shrimp in a single layer for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until opaque and the thickest shrimp reach 145°F.
  5. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
  6. Add the remaining oil to the skillet.
  7. Cook the rest of the shrimp the same way.
  8. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet.
  9. Once the butter is melted, stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes.
  10. Cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  11. Pour the garlic butter over the shrimp.
  12. Add the lemon juice and parsley.
  13. Toss to coat.

Notes

For the best texture, pat the shrimp thoroughly dry before seasoning. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezer: yes. For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free butter.