Garlic Butter Shrimp with Parsley

Ingredients

• 500 g shrimp
• 60 g unsalted butter
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 20 g fresh parsley
• 15 ml lemon juice
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients — Peel and devein the shrimp if needed. Finely chop the garlic and parsley.
2. Melt Butter and Cook Garlic — In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, making sure not to burn it.
3. Cook Shrimp — Add the shrimp to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Season — Season with salt, black pepper, and drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp. Stir well to combine.
5. Add Parsley and Finish — Sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp and toss gently. Cook for another 1 minute to blend the flavors.
6. Serve — Remove from heat and serve warm as a main dish, optionally with crusty bread or steamed vegetables.