Lemon Butter For Shrimp Recipe

Elevate your shrimp scampi with this unbelievably easy and flavorful lemon butter sauce! Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The bright citrus notes and rich buttery goodness will become your new favorite go-to sauce.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 408.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Butter For Shrimp

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How to Make Lemon Butter For Shrimp

  1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Use a wire whisk to ensure even melting.
  2. Once melted, remove from heat and gradually whisk in the lemon juice until fully combined.
  3. Season generously with salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce until well incorporated.
  5. Add the Tabasco sauce, a little at a time, tasting as you go to reach your desired level of spice.
  6. Keep warm over very low heat or serve immediately over your favorite shrimp dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

145g

Carbs

0g