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-inspired seafood (low sodium) ready in about 17 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, unsalted butter, minced 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
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.
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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?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
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.
