This dish is more than just indulgent seafood—it’s a vibrant fusion of zesty citrus, medicinal garlic, and golden butter, designed to invigorate digestion while delivering rich satisfaction. Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp is a restaurant-quality meal that you can recreate at home in under 30 minutes. The freshness of lemon helps alkalize the body, while garlic boosts immunity and circulation. Gently sautéed shrimp become silky in the butter base, with hints of herbs enhancing the experience.
You can enjoy this dish solo, over a bed of quinoa, with sautéed greens, or wrapped in lettuce cups for a guilt-free treat. With your culinary finesse, this is a canvas you can customize endlessly.
🧂 INGREDIENTS:
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (divided into two portions)
- 500g medium or large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail-on optional)
- 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp pink Himalayan salt (or sea salt)
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional for depth)
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or coriander, finely chopped
- 1 tsp grated ginger (optional, for added anti-inflammatory boost)
- Lemon wedges for serving
🍽️ INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse shrimp under cool water and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Let them sit for 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Infuse the Butter: In a large skillet, melt half the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing for 30–60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until opaque and pink. Shrimp should curl but not tighten into rings (which may indicate overcooking). Adjust heat if garlic starts to brown too quickly.
- Add the Lemon Elements: Once shrimp are flipped, add the lemon juice and zest into the pan. Stir gently to coat all the shrimp. Let it bubble for 1 minute to reduce slightly.
- Final Butter Gloss: Reduce heat to low and stir in remaining butter and dried oregano or thyme. This final touch creates a glossy, aromatic sauce. Toss the shrimp gently in this mixture for 1–2 more minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh herbs generously over the shrimp and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side. Ideal accompaniments include:
- Turmeric quinoa or brown rice
- Steamed broccoli or zucchini with olive oil drizzle
- Flatbreads brushed with herbed ghee
- A chilled mint-yogurt dip for contrast
💫 Therapeutic Touch:
- Garlic: Enhances circulation, reduces inflammation, and supports detox.
- Lemon: Cleanses the liver and alkalizes the body.
- Ginger: Boosts digestion and soothes nausea.
- Butter & Olive oil: Carries fat-soluble nutrients and adds satiety.
- Shrimp: High in protein and contains selenium for thyroid support.