Description
A quick and indulgent dish of shrimp sautéed in garlic butter with crisp-tender broccoli, finished with fresh lemon.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 1–2 tablespoons)
- Cooked rice or pasta, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and melt until foamy.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove early-cooked shrimp to keep warm.
- Push shrimp to one side of the skillet. Add broccoli and cook for 3–4 minutes, adding a splash of water if needed.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Squeeze lemon juice over and toss everything to combine.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice or pasta, spooning garlic-butter sauce on top.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute olive oil or vegan butter. Great served with rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood