Phantom Battery Garlic Butter Shrimp
Plump shrimp seared in a rich garlic-butter sauce with a hint of lemon, finished with a golden crust that dances like a perfect ring. This seafood (low sodium) ready in about 17 minutes pairs shrimp, unsalted butter, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 12 oz shrimp dry with paper towels. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 tbsp unsalted butter and let melt, then add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the shrimp and add 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
- Step 3: Stir to coat shrimp in the butter sauce, cooking for 1 more minute. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Phantom Battery Garlic Butter Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 17 minutes (10 min prep + 7 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 Phantom Battery 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 Phantom Battery 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 Phantom Battery Garlic Butter Shrimp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
Is Phantom Battery Garlic Butter Shrimp low sodium?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low sodium based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
