Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli is a quick and delicious dish that combines tender shrimp and vibrant broccoli in a rich, savory garlic butter sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this flavorful recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. With its stunning presentation and mouthwatering aroma, it’s a meal that will transport you straight to culinary bliss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by rinsing the shrimp under cold water if using fresh ones and patting them dry.
- In a large skillet, bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli florets and steam for 3-4 minutes until bright green but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until pink and opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Lower the heat, stir in the steamed broccoli along with remaining butter and lemon juice, mixing gently until coated.
- Serve hot on plates immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 220mg