Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli is a delightful and savory dish that combines succulent shrimp with crisp-tender broccoli, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that delivers on flavor and satisfaction.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300g
• Broccoli florets - 250g
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Unsalted butter - 50g
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 25g of butter over medium heat until melted.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. Stir in the blanched broccoli and the remaining 25g of butter. Squeeze the lemon juice over the mixture and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Rich in antioxidants from broccoli, promoting overall health and reducing inflammation.

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