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    Incredible Lemon Garlic Shrimp

    Jun 22, 2022 · 4 Comments

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    If you are looking for a super easy recipe that can easily impress family, friends, a special someone OR is a perfect meal for one, THIS incredible Lemon Garlic Shrimp is it!! Spicy garlic shrimp with lemon flavors, mmm-mm!

    Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe ready in 10 minutes or less

    Garlic Shrimp or Shrimp Scampi, is there a difference? The only real difference is the addition of white wine for Shrimp Scampi. I remember making Shrimp Scampi at a young age and loving it!  

    Years ago, I phased out the wine and added in capers and some of the caper juice instead. Now I have a favorite dish that I can make quickly whenever the mood strikes with ingredients I typically always have on hand!

    Is it wrong that I often crave capers and eat them straight from the jar?  Am I alone in this?

    AND do not underestimate capers!! They may be small however they pack a BIG antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. They are also loaded Quercetin, a flavonoid know for helping with seasonal allergies, heart health, and has been known as a cancer preventer.

    Adding capers to any dish is almost zero calories with added flavor and big benefits. A caper a day may keep the doctors away is my motto! I eat a few spoonful's almost daily.

    This garlic lemon shrimp recipe will be a go-to for you because of its simplicity, quickness of preparation and flavor. Make this as tame or as spicy as you enjoy.

    Easy recipe for Lemon Garlic Shrimp

    Why you will love this recipe:

    If you are a shrimp lover, this allows the shrimp flavor and texture to shine.

    This is a fantastic (and easy) dish to make for a crowd. All you need is a huge pan or you can make it in batches. Or on the Blackstone. This Lemon Garlic Shrimp is also perfect for one or two. It's easily adjustable and you really can not mess this recipe up!

    Ingredients:

    • Large Shrimp (I like 21-25 size for this recipe)
    • Grapeseed, avocado or olive oil
    • Fresh garlic or garlic paste
    • Butter
    • Fresh lemon juice
    • Capers
    • Red pepper flakes
    • Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish

    Tips:

    This shrimp recipe is ready in minutes so because of that it is key that you have all of your ingredients out, measured and ready to go. The hardest part of this recipe is peeling the raw shrimp, lol!!

    For this recipe, fresh lemon is best.

    Variations

    • Out of fresh garlic?? Use garlic paste instead (I did that just today pictured in this updated recipe)
    • Enjoy spicy flavor? Add in red pepper flakes when you add in the butter.
    • You can add in minced jalapenos for added heat, color and texture.
    • Eat as is or enjoy over pasta or rice.
    • Double the sauce components and save a little pasta water and you have a perfect pasta sauce.

    The BEST Lemon Garlic Shrimp recipe!

    This is a fabulous appetizer as well as a great meal with a hunk of crusty bread and a salad or over pasta.

    If you like Cilantro better than parsley, feel free to substitute. If you are not into capers (gasp!), feel free to leave them out...but I wouldn't!

    If you are cooking for a crowd or making this as an appetizer, I would make 2 batches since it cooks up so fast.  That way it stays nice and hot while your guests gobble it up!

    Other shrimp recipes you may enjoy:

    • Grilled Honey Jalapeno Lime Shrimp
    • Bloody Mary Shrimp (watch my 1 minute TikTok video to see how to make)
    • Shrimp Nachos
    • Freeze lemons and limes easily
    • If you enjoy shrimp, try my seafood soup recipe its shrimp soup with fish as well.

    Enjoy!! XO - Colleen

    Recipe originally published March, 2013. Updates June, 2022 with new images and recipe card.

    Lemon Garlic Shrimp
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    Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe

    Lemon Garlic Shrimp is always full of flavor and can be made in less than 10 minutes! Perfect recipe for one, two or a big crowd!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Entree, Seafood
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Garlic Shrimp, Lemon Garlic Shrimp
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 202kcal
    Author: Colleen Kennedy

    Ingredients

    • 3 TBS olive oil
    • 8-10 garlic cloves chopped
    • 2 pounds of large shrimp size 21-25 is nice, cleaned with shells & tails removed
    • A sprinkle of Kosher salt and black pepper
    • 1 stick of butter divided into 6 chunks
    • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
    • 3-4 TBS capers and a splash of the juice
    • Red pepper flakes to taste
    • 2 TBS chopped parsley or more to taste

    Instructions

    • Heat your olive oil in a large pan over med-high heat.
    • Add in your garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
    • Add in your shrimp and sauté for 1-2 minutes, shrimp will turn pink. Be sure to flip from side to side. Lower the heat to medium, sprinkle with S&P (optional).
    • Add in the butter & the lemon juice and continue to sauté until cooked through (about 2 more minutes), turning occasionally to ensure an even cook.
    • Remove from heat, add in your capers & juice, sprinkle with the red pepper and parsley.
    • Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 244mg | Sodium: 293mg | Potassium: 438mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 1mg
    Lemon Spicy Garlic Shrimp with capers

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    1. ginabad says

      March 20, 2013 at 6:15 pm

      Oh my - that looks delicious!! Definitely a pin for me 🙂

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    2. Linda @ Giggles, Gobbles and Gulps says

      March 20, 2013 at 6:16 pm

      Bang-Bang Shrimp are my absolute fave! Will be "pinning" this!!

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    3. Heather says

      March 20, 2013 at 6:33 pm

      This looks super yummy! I love capers.

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    4. Jo-Lynne {Musings of a Housewife} says

      March 25, 2013 at 4:50 pm

      I'm drooling over here! I love shrimp. will def have to try this. Thanks for linking up!! xo

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