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Garlic Butter Shrimp & Asparagus

Garlic Butter Shrimp & Asparagus: A 20-Minute Gourmet Delight

Enjoy this Garlic Butter Shrimp & Asparagus dish that comes together in just 20 minutes for a quick and gourmet meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Peeled and deveined shrimp Quick-cooking protein
For the Asparagus
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can substitute some with olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For smokiness
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Asparagus by trimming woody ends off and cutting into 2-inch pieces. Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until bubbling.
  3. Add asparagus to skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp.
  4. In the same skillet, add more butter if needed, reduce heat and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
  5. Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  6. Return asparagus to skillet with shrimp, squeeze lemon juice over and stir to coat.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcooking shrimp and asparagus.

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