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15 Minute Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus — homemade garlic butter shrimp and asparagus recipe

15 Minute Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus

A fast and flavorful garlic butter shrimp and asparagus dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Add shrimp and minced garlic to the skillet.
  4. Cook for 2-3 minutes until shrimp are opaque and pink.
  5. Stir in red pepper flakes and lemon juice.
  6. Remove from heat immediately and serve warm.

Notes

Ensure the shrimp are fully patted dry before cooking for better searing.