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Making This Easy Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp

Sometimes the simple recipes are the best. This garlic butter shrimp is easy to make and is so flavorful and fragrant.

Cook the aromatics in butter for a few minutes to softenAdd in more butter, lemon juice and seasonings and simmer the sauceCook the shrimp in the sauce for a few minutes

Don’t forget to serve the shrimp with a bunch of the sauce spooned on top! Also, if you love this recipe, you have to try our easy blackened shrimp recipe and these easy shrimp skewers.

Make it With Any Shrimp (Fresh, Frozen, Pre-Cooked)

We like to use pre-cooked shrimp for this recipe because it makes it so easy! All you have to do is heat everything up and it’s done and on the table in no time. You can also make it with fresh or frozen shrimp. Fresh shrimp – Just follow the recipe and cook the shrimp for about 5-6 minutes total, flipping halfway. Frozen shrimp – Again, just follow the recipe but allow the shrimp to cook slightly longer, until it’s pink on the outside and opaque throughout.

How to Serve This Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp

Some ideas:

Over regular, gluten-free or zucchini noodlesWith rice or cauliflower riceWith some steamed, sautéed or roasted veggiesAs a delicious appetizer, just add toothpicks!

Your Turn to Make This Easy Shrimp Recipe

Grab your shrimp and whip up this quick and easy recipe! You’ll love how simple and tasty it is with such a delicious, buttery sauce. If you try it, be sure to leave a rating and comment below and let us know how it goes. Also, take a pic to share on Instagram. Tag us @realsimplegood, we love to see what you’re cooking!

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