Low-carb Garlic Butter Shrimp

This Low-Carb Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. The succulent shrimp are cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Low-carb Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Add the butter to the skillet and stir until melted and combined with the shrimp.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250
Carbohydrates
2g
Protein
25g
Fat
16g

Supplies

Large skillet Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Low-Carb Garlic Butter Shrimp over a bed of zucchini noodles or with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete low-carb meal.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15