Description
Delightful garlic butter shrimp that combines fresh shrimp with aromatic garlic and olive oil, perfect for quick seafood meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until the garlic is fragrant and just beginning to brown.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with salt, and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
For the best flavor, consider marinating shrimp in olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
