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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet with Paprika, Lemon Zest, Black Pepper, and Fresh Parsley

Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet with Paprika, Lemon Zest, Black Pepper, and Fresh Parsley

This Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet is a quick and delicious dish, featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of paprika and fresh lemon zest.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons Butter unsalted
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 unit Lemon zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the paprika, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper, combining well.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Squeeze the lemon juice over the shrimp and stir to coat evenly.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
  7. Serve immediately, enjoying the shrimp with your favorite side or over rice.

Notes

You can add red pepper flakes for an extra kick or serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the garlic butter.