Description
A flavorful dish featuring shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce served over a healthy broccoli rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Process the Broccoli: If using fresh broccoli, chop the florets into smaller pieces. Pulse the broccoli florets in a food processor until it resembles rice-sized grains. If using frozen broccoli, simply thaw and chop into small pieces.
- Cook the Broccoli Rice: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add the broccoli rice, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the broccoli is tender and cooked through. If desired, stir in Parmesan cheese for added flavor. Keep warm while you prepare the shrimp.
- Cook the Shrimp: In a separate large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and golden brown. If using, add red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce. Toss the shrimp in the sauce, coating them well. Add a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired, and stir to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the shrimp are fully coated in the buttery garlic sauce.
- Assemble: Spoon the broccoli rice onto serving plates and top with the garlic butter shrimp. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and fresh flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately, and serve with additional lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Using frozen broccoli is a great time-saver.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and red pepper flakes according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg