Description
A flavorful and satisfying Lemon Butter Shrimp Bowl with a rich garlic sauce, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest, mixing well.
- Serve the shrimp over cooked rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Lemon Butter Shrimp Bowl, Garlic Sauce, Shrimp Recipe, Quick Dinner