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Delicious Garlic Butter Colossal Shrimp served with herbs and lemon

Garlic Butter Colossal Shrimp

A seafood dish combining rich buttery flavors with zesty garlic and lemon, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Seafood
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood Ingredients
  • 1 pound colossal shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Replace with lime juice if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic butter mixture.
Cooking
  1. Transfer the shrimp to a baking dish and spread them out in a single layer.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave.
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