Lemon Herb Garlic Butter Shrimp
Plump and juicy shrimp packed with incredible flavors and ready in just 10 minutes!
Servings: 4 serves
Ingredients
- 1.5 to 2 pounds fresh jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail left ON
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
Instructions
- Using paper towels, pat dry shrimp, thoroughly; set aside.
- Set a large skillet over medium high heat and melt 3 tablespoons butter.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp; season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side.
- Add remaining butter, lemon juice, and fresh herbs; stir and cook for 1 more minute, or until butter is melted and shrimp is completely pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat; taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.
- Serve.
Notes
- NET CARBS: 2 grams
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 459mg | Sodium: 1714mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 595IU | Vitamin C: 11.2mg | Calcium: 270mg | Iron: 4.3mg
