Garlic Butter Jumbo Shrimp with Lemon Cream Sauce
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Cuisine: Other
Categories: Seafood
Indulge in a luxurious seafood dish with these fancy jumbo shrimp coated in a velvety garlic butter lemon cream sauce. The succulent shrimp paired with the vibrant flavors of garlic and lemon make this dish perfect for a special occasion or a fancy dinner at home.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Directions:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the jumbo shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the creamy lemon sauce until coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Enjoy your Garlic Butter Jumbo Shrimp with Lemon Cream Sauce!