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Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp

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Transform your weeknight dinners with this Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe, ready in just 12 minutes! This dish features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich harissa-infused butter sauce, enhanced by the aromatic flavors of garlic and zesty lemon. Perfect as a quick dinner or an impressive appetizer, it combines bold flavors with minimal effort. The one-pan cooking method ensures easy cleanup, making this meal an ideal choice for busy evenings. Dive into a plate of vibrant shrimp that will leave your taste buds craving more!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons harissa paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and melt the butter without browning it.
  3. Stir in the harissa paste, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, taking care not to burn it.
  5. Place the shrimp in a single layer in the skillet; cook for about 2 minutes without moving them.
  6. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 minutes until opaque and pink.
  7. Remove from heat, then stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley.
  8. Serve immediately while hot.

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