Juicy shrimp in garlic butter served with zesty lemon rice. A quick and elegant dinner recipe everyone will love
Introduction
This Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Rice is a restaurant-style dinner you can make at home in under 20 minutes. Juicy shrimp cooked in garlic butter paired with zesty lemon-infused rice makes it flavorful and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want an elegant dinner with minimal effort.
Ingredients (Serves 2-3)
- 250g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: chili flakes for a little heat
Method / Steps
- Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Cook garlic butter shrimp: Heat butter in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly golden. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Prepare lemon rice: In the same pan or a separate pan, warm the cooked rice. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Combine and serve: Plate the lemon rice and top with garlic butter shrimp. Sprinkle parsley (and chili flakes if using) on top. Serve immediately.
Tips & Variations
- Use jumbo shrimp for a more impressive dinner.
- Add a splash of white wine to the butter sauce for extra flavor.
- Pair with steamed veggies for a complete meal.
- Can serve with garlic bread on the side for more richness.