Description
A quick and healthy dish featuring juicy garlic butter shrimp sautéed with crisp asparagus, packed with flavor and perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 300g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add asparagus and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and toss with asparagus.
- Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes, then stir to combine.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overcook shrimp to keep them tender.
- Add a splash of white vinegar or extra lemon for brightness.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or enjoy on its own for a low-carb meal.
- You can substitute asparagus with green beans or broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean