Ingredients
12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
Zest of 1 lemon (about 1 tbsp)
1 tsp honey
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
Add shrimp, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until pink and firm.
Stir in lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper. Cook 30 seconds more.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Serve warm on a platter or chilled in a bowl.
Notes
Use a mix of olive oil and butter to prevent burning at high heat.
Add a splash of lemon juice if a slightly acidic finish is desired.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Gluten-free and keto-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 8
- Category: High Protein Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 shrimp
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg