Garlic Parmesan Shrimp
This Garlic Parmesan Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The succulent shrimp are sautéed in a buttery garlic sauce and finished with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, making it irresistible.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 mixing spoon
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 serving plate
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust based on your spice preference.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- Juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- Heat the large skillet over medium heat. Add the unsalted butter and allow it to melt.
- Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly in the cheese.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the shrimp and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately on a plate and enjoy!
- For added flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust the level of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
Notes
For added flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Adjust the level of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.