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Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Zest, Italian Herbs, and Cracked Black Pepper

This Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced with zesty lemon and Italian herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Equipment

  • Large skillet

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 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian herbs, cracked black pepper, and salt. Mix well to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated with the sauce.
  5. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
  7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.