Shrimp and Spinach with Lemon-Garlic Butter
Ingredients
- 1 poundshrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 4 cupsfresh spinach
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 1lemon
- 3 tablespoonbutter
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- ·salt
- ·black pepper
Prep
- 01
Mince 4 cloves garlic.
- 02
Juice 1 lemon.
Method
- 01
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 02
Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a plate.
- 03
In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 04
Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted, about 2 minutes total.
- 05
Return shrimp to the pan. Add juice of 1 lemon and red pepper flakes. Toss gently and cook for 1 minute.
- 06
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Spice Tips
For more heat, increase red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon or add a pinch of cayenne. A splash of dry white wine (1/4 cup) deglazes the pan beautifully and adds depth to the sauce.
Serve over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the bright lemon butter. Shrimp cooks fast—don't walk away from the pan.