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Brown Butter Garlic Shrimp

This elegant yet simple dish combines rich, savory flavors with a hint of freshness from lemon and parsley, making it a quick yet impressive meal. Perfect for pairing with your favorite sides, it’s a delightful dish that feels both light and indulgent. Serve it alongside crusty bread, pasta, or rice to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
• Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter foams and turns golden brown, about 3-4 min. Be sure to watch closely to avoid burning.
2. Add the garlic to the browned butter and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Add the shrimp in a single layer, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
3. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 min. on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
4. Remove the skillet from heat, drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Toss gently to coat everything in the lemony brown butter sauce.
5. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with extra lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately with bread, pasta, or rice.