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Garlicky Buttered Shrimp Recipe

Dive into a flavor explosion with this quick and easy Garlicky Buttered Shrimp Scampi! Tender shrimp are sautéed in garlic butter, then tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce with fresh herbs. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside boiled red potatoes for a delightful weeknight meal or impressive appetizer. Ready in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 270.7 kcal
Protein 74g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Garlicky Buttered Shrimp

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How to Make Garlicky Buttered Shrimp

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of shrimp and sauté for 3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste).
  5. Cook and stir for 1 minute to combine flavors.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup milk, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  7. Pour the milk mixture into the skillet with the shrimp. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  8. Simmer for 1 minute, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. Remove from heat and stir until smooth. Serve immediately over your favorite rice, noodles, or with boiled red potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

26g

Carbs

1g

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