Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Shrimp in Garlic Sauce, a quick and easy dish that brings the taste of the Mediterranean straight to your table. This recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced with fresh herbs and a touch of jalapeño for just the right amount of heat. Perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive dish for special occasions, this one-pan meal is simple yet elegant. Serve it over pasta, alongside crusty bread, or as a zesty taco filling—no matter how you enjoy it, the bold flavors will keep your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
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- 6 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 jalapeño (minced)
- 10 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
- 1 lb shrimp (deveined)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt.
- In a wide pan over low heat, melt butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add garlic and jalapeño; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in cilantro and parsley, then add another tablespoon of olive oil. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add shrimp to the pan; cook for 2-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 240mg