Frederick's Famous Garlic Butter Shrimp

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Juicy shrimp sautéed in garlic butter with lemon and herbs, served over buttered linguine with a side of crusty bread. This italian-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs large shrimp, unsalted butter, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz linguine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1 lb shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/3 cup white wine and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce reduces slightly. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon zest and 2 tbsp chopped parsley. Add 1/4 cup reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  4. Step 4: Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet and mix until well coated. Serve immediately with crusty bread for mopping up the garlicky butter sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Frederick's Famous Garlic Butter Shrimp take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Frederick's Famous Garlic Butter Shrimp?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Frederick's Famous Garlic Butter Shrimp?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Frederick's Famous Garlic Butter Shrimp for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Frederick's Famous Garlic Butter Shrimp?

Italian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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