Garlic butter seafood (Print Version)

Juicy shrimp cooked in garlicky butter with wine and fresh lemon, done in just 10 minutes. Great for busy nights or whenever you’re craving seafood.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1¼ pounds large shrimp or prawns, peeled (tails optional)
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
03 - ½ teaspoon optional red chili flakes (adjust depending on spice preference)
04 - Salt to your liking
05 - A quarter-cup of dry white wine (or chicken broth)
06 - Cracked black pepper, as much as you want
07 - 4 tablespoons butter, split in half
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 4-5 garlic cloves, minced (around 1½ tablespoons)
10 - A handful (about ¼ cup) of finely chopped parsley

# Steps:

01 - Warm 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat. Toss in the minced garlic and cook it for 30 seconds to 1 minute—stop when it smells amazing. Drop in the shrimp, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Let the shrimp cook about 1-2 minutes on one side until you see it turn a pinkish color, then flip to the other side.
02 - Add wine (or broth) and sprinkle in some red chili flakes if you'd like. Let this bubble for about 1-2 minutes until the liquid shrinks down by half and the shrimp is completely cooked. Be careful not to let the shrimp overcook, or they'll get chewy.
03 - Toss in the remaining butter, stir in the lemon juice, and sprinkle in the chopped parsley. When the butter melts into the mix, take the pan off the heat immediately.
04 - Enjoy it right away on pasta, rice, or serve with crusty garlic bread. For something lighter, try it over steamed veggies like zucchini noodles, broccoli, or cauliflower.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Choose a nice white wine, like Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, or Sauvignon Blanc, for better taste. Broth can work fine if you're skipping wine.
02 - Prep everything ahead since this dish is quick to make and requires your attention.
03 - Mixing butter with olive oil stops the butter from burning. You can skip the oil and use only butter if desired, but it could brown while cooking.

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