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Garlic Butter Shrimp

Get this easy, delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe. It has a secret ingredient that makes the shrimps sweeter and tastier. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Asian
Keyword: garlic butter shrimp
Servings: 3
Calories: 434kcal
Author: Bebs

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 pound shrimps or prawns
  • 4-5 big cloves garlic - chopped finely
  • ¼ cup Sprite or 7-Up
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup parsley - chopped finely
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Instructions

  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter.
  • Add the shrimps/prawns and cook just until they start to turn pink/orange all over.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 3 minutes. Pour in the Sprite/7-up and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Season with salt. Add the chopped parsley and mix until well blended. Cook for another minute or two.
  • Transfer to a serving dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 462mg | Sodium: 1571mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1365IU | Vitamin C: 13.3mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 3.5mg