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Delicious garlic butter shrimp cooked with sweet corn

Garlic Butter Shrimp with Corn

A quick and delicious dish that combines rich garlic butter flavors with fresh shrimp and sweet corn, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or frozen shrimp.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Unsalted is preferred.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Increase amount for more garlic flavor.
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) No need to thaw if using frozen corn.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh lemon juice is best.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to preference.
  • Chopped parsley for garnish Optional, for flavor and color.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the corn and lemon juice, cooking until the corn is heated through.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve hot on its own or over rice/pasta. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat.