🍤🧄 Garlic Butter Shrimp & Veggie Skillet
Dive into a seafood lover’s dream! 😍 Juicy shrimp sautéed in rich garlic butter, seasoned with herbs and spices, served with crisp-tender broccoli, sweet carrots, and a fresh lemon wedge. Every bite is buttery, savory, and bursting with flavor.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
- 3 tbsp butter 🧈
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets 🥦
- 2 medium carrots, sliced 🥕
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges 🍋
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Vegetables
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Blanch broccoli and carrots for 2–3 minutes.
- Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Shrimp
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
3. Add the Garlic Butter
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add remaining butter and minced garlic.
- Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Combine
- Add broccoli and carrots to the skillet.
- Toss everything together until coated in the garlic butter sauce.
5. Finish & Serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcook the shrimp—they cook very quickly.
- Add a splash of white wine for extra depth of flavor.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- Fresh lemon juice right before serving brightens all the flavors beautifully.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
✨🍤 A simple yet elegant meal packed with juicy shrimp, buttery garlic flavor, colorful vegetables, and a fresh citrus finish. Perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners alike!
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