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Garlic Butter Shrimp

Garlic Butter Shrimp

Discover the perfect Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe for your next BBQ. Simple to make and bursting with flavor. Ready in 21 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Lemon
  • 100 g Butter
  • A handful Fresh parsley
  • 500 g Gambas (prawns)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Grill or barbecue
  • Small saucepan
  • Bowl for mixing
  • Tongs for flipping shrimp
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add finely chopped garlic and chopped parsley; let it infuse for a few minutes.
  3. Clean and devein the gambas, then place them in a large bowl. Pour the melted garlic butter over the shrimp, add lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat.
  4. Place the shrimp on the preheated grill and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden.
  5. Transfer the grilled shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 28gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze them for up to 3 months. Feel free to substitute ingredients to your preference: use roasted garlic, cilantro, or a dairy-free butter alternative. Enjoy experimenting with flavors!
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