Imagine a dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into a mouthwatering culinary masterpiece - our Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli is exactly that! In less time than it takes to order takeout, you'll create a restaurant-worthy meal that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. This quick, elegant recipe combines succulent shrimp, tender broccoli, and a luxurious garlic butter sauce that's so delicious, you'll want to lick the pan clean.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 cups of broccoli florets, 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, 4 cloves of garlic (minced), the juice of 1 lemon, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Allow it to melt completely without browning.
- Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté the garlic for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink.
- Flip the shrimp over and add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine.
- Continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are fully cooked and the broccoli is tender yet still bright green. You may cover the skillet with a lid to steam the broccoli slightly.
- Once the shrimp and broccoli are cooked, squeeze the juice of one lemon over the mixture and stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Remove the skillet from heat and taste the dish, adjusting the seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve the Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli hot, garnished with lemon wedges if desired. Enjoy your meal!
Tips
- Choose Fresh Shrimp: Always select fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't Overcook: Shrimp cook quickly - watch for them to turn pink and curl slightly to avoid rubbery texture.
- Garlic Management: Sauté garlic carefully to prevent burning, which can make it bitter.
- Broccoli Brightness: Keep broccoli crisp-tender by not overcooking; it should remain bright green.
- Butter Technique: Melt butter on medium heat to prevent burning and maintain a smooth sauce.
- Seasoning Secret: Add lemon juice at the end to preserve its bright, fresh flavor.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve over rice or pasta to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 244kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 25g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 145mg
