Buttered Shrimp

Buttered shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of succulent shrimp and rich, buttery sauce makes this dish a crowd-pleaser.

Buttered Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons of butter
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
  5. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp and toss to coat.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the buttered shrimp immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Large skillet Spatula

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the buttered shrimp over a bed of rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious buttery sauce.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine or a squeeze of lemon juice to the butter sauce.

Cost

$15