Sautéed Gulf Shrimp with Citrus Butter and Garlic
Tender gulf shrimp sautéed with garlic and finished in a bright citrus butter sauce, perfect for a quick seafood dinner. This seafood ready in about 17 minutes pairs peeled and deveined gulf shrimp, unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined gulf shrimp
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined gulf shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes without stirring to get a slight sear.
- Step 2: Flip the shrimp and add 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for another 2 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-low, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tbsp fresh orange juice, stirring gently to melt the butter and combine the citrus juices, cooking for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 4: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the shrimp. Toss gently to coat and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Gulf Shrimp with Citrus Butter and Garlic 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 Sautéed Gulf Shrimp with Citrus Butter and Garlic?
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 unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Gulf Shrimp with Citrus Butter and Garlic?
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 Sautéed Gulf Shrimp with Citrus Butter and Garlic 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 Sautéed Gulf Shrimp with Citrus Butter and Garlic?
Seafood 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.
