Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl (Printer View)

Shrimp sautéed in garlic butter with lemon and herbs, served over fragrant fluffy rice.

# Components:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Rice

04 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (approximately 3/4 cup uncooked)

→ Garlic Butter Sauce

05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Garnishes

10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
11 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Method steps:

01 - Season shrimp evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with olive oil.
03 - Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for one minute until fragrant without browning.
04 - Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
05 - Stir in crushed red pepper flakes if using, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add remaining butter and swirl to melt.
06 - Take the skillet off the heat to prevent overcooking.
07 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four bowls.
08 - Place garlic butter shrimp atop the rice and spoon sauce over each serving.
09 - Sprinkle chopped parsley and add lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Bright flavors with garlic, lemon, and herbs
02 -
  • Contains shellfish and dairy
  • Swap butter for plant-based alternative for dairy-free option
03 -
  • Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor
  • Make sure shrimp is in a single layer for perfect cooking
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