Garlic Butter Lemon Shrimp

Ingredients:

500–600 g shrimp (peeled & deveined)

4 tbsp butter

2 tbsp olive oil

4–5 garlic cloves, finely chopped

Juice of 1 lemon

Zest of ½ lemon (optional but delicious)

½ cup chicken broth (or white wine)

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Salt & black pepper to taste

½ tsp paprika (optional)

Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Shrimp

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Sear the Shrimp

Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large pan.

Add shrimp in one layer.

Cook 1–2 minutes per side until they turn pink and slightly golden.

Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.

3. Make the Sauce

In the same pan:

Add remaining butter.

Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds (don’t brown it).

Pour in chicken broth or white wine.

Add lemon juice and zest.

Let it simmer 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.

4. Combine

Return the shrimp to the pan and toss gently in the sauce.

Cook 1 minute more.

5. Finish

Sprinkle with chopped parsley and black pepper.

Taste and adjust lemon/salt.

Serving Ideas:

✔ Over pasta

✔ With rice or quinoa

✔ With crusty bread to dip in the sauce

✔ As a light meal with