Best 7 Sauteed Shrimp With Lemon Garlic Butter Recipes

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When it comes to quick and easy seafood dishes, sautéed shrimp with lemon garlic butter is a true winner. This classic dish is not only incredibly flavorful, but also versatile enough to be paired with various side dishes. The combination of succulent shrimp, tangy lemon, aromatic garlic, and rich butter creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner option or an impressive appetizer for your next gathering, this sautéed shrimp recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP



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Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp is packed full of flavour and ready on your table in under 10 minutes!

Provided by Karina

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup butter, (divided)
4 cloves garlic, (minced (or 1 tablespoon))
1 3/4 pounds (800 g) shrimp ((or prawns), peeled and deveined, tails intact)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, (to taste)
Juice of half a lemon ((about 2 tablespoons -- add more if desired))
2 tablespoons water
Fresh chopped parsley, (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  • Fry shrimp and add salt and pepper, to your taste. Cook 2 minutes on one side, while stirring occasionally. Flip and cook 2 minutes on the other side until JUST beginning to turn pink.
  • Add in the remaining butter, lemon juice and water. Cook, while stirring, until the butter melts and the shrimp have cooked through (do not over cook them). Take off heat. Taste test, and add more lemon juice, salt or pepper, if needed to suit your tastes.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve over rice or pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 540 mg, Sodium 1544 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



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My favorite way to saute fresh shrimp. This is so quick and simple. Serve over rice or angel hair pasta (I usually saute a little more garlic in olive oil and toss it with the pasta before topping with the shrimp). Yum!

Provided by CarolAnn

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lemons
2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Peel, devein and rinse shrimp.
  • Set aside.
  • Grate the zest of both lemons, then juice both lemons.
  • Keep zest and juice separate.
  • In a large bowl, place shrimp then add lemon zest, garlic and half of the olive oil.
  • Toss well to coat evenly and season with the salt and pepper.
  • Heat remaining oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
  • Saute shrimp in single layer for about 1 minute on each side until cooked through.
  • (You may have to work in batches).
  • After all shrimp is cooked and removed from pan, deglaze pan with 3 T of lemon juice, stirring up any browned bits.
  • Pour sauce over shrimp and serve.

SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH LEMON-GARLIC BUTTER



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The butter is also delicious over scallops. Serve the dish with steamed rice.

Categories     Garlic     Sauté     Low Carb     Lemon     Shrimp     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
8 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chilled butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Boil wine, vinegar and garlic in small saucepan until mixture is reduced to 1/4 cup, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Whisk in butter, 1 piece at a time, allowing butter to melt before adding more. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and sauté until shrimp are opaque in center, about 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to plates. Drizzle lemon-garlic butter over. Sprinkle with lemon peel and chives and serve.

SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



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Make and share this Sauteed Shrimp With Lemon and Garlic recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail intact
6 garlic cloves, minced
salt
fresh ground pepper
2 green onions, white and tender green parts, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over med-high heat.
  • Add half of the shrimp and cook until pink, about 1 minute.
  • Using tongs, turn the shrimp, add half of the garlic, and cook until the shrimp are pink on the second side, just a few seconds.
  • Season with salt and pepper, toss, and quickly add half of the green onions, parsley, and lemon juice.
  • Toss again and transfer to a platter.
  • Wipe the pan clean and repeat to cook the remaining shrimp and other ingredients, then serve.

GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP



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Garlic and lemon lend a pleasant flavor to these speedy sauteed shrimp from Sheryll Hughes-Smith of Brandon, Mississippi. "I like to serve them over wild rice mix from a box," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the shrimp and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Add the lemon juice; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.

GARLIC LEMON SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: butter, shrimp, salt, pepper, garlic, red chili flakes, fresh parsley, lemon juice

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
1 lb shrimp, deveined with tails removed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
  • Spread the shrimp around in the pan in a single layer, sprinkling the salt and pepper on top, then cook until the butter is starting to turn a dark brown. Flip the shrimp, add the garlic and chili flakes, and cook for about 15-30 seconds.
  • Add the parsley and lemon juice, reducing the lemon juice down to a sauce, then remove from heat.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 46 grams, Sugar 0 grams

SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH GARLIC, LEMON, AND WHITE WINE



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Sauteed shrimp--unbelievably simple, unbelievably good. Use whatever size shrimp you like.

Provided by Dave

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup olive oil
3 scallions, white bulbs and green tops cut separately into thin slices
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine
1 tablespoon water
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place 1/4 cup oil, scallion whites, garlic, and oregano in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until the oil starts to simmer, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp and increase heat to high. Cook, stirring and turning often, until opaque, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add lemon juice and wine to the skillet; simmer for about 1 1/2 minutes. Add water, pepper, and salt; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, scallion greens, and parsley until even distributed. Arrange the shrimp on warmed plates and spoon the sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 206.9 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 410.2 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • Use large shrimp for this recipe, as they will hold up better to the heat of the skillet.
  • Make sure the shrimp are peeled and deveined before cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the shrimp. Cook them in batches if necessary.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque and pink. Do not overcook them, or they will become tough.
  • Add the lemon juice, garlic, and butter to the skillet after the shrimp are cooked. Stir to combine.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately over rice, pasta, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Sautéed shrimp with lemon garlic butter is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. The shrimp are cooked in a flavorful sauce made with lemon, garlic, and butter, and they are served over rice, pasta, or vegetables. This dish is a great source of protein and healthy fats, and it is also low in carbohydrates.

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