Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Lemon, garlic, shrimp? Name a better combo!

Serves: 4
Prep time: 5–15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

Main

Lemon, garlic, shrimp? Name a better combo!

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp
• 1 lemon (juice)
• 1 tbsp minced garlic (or 4 garlic cloves)
• 2 tbsp butter (for sautéing)
• 4 tbsp butter (for sauce)
• 2 tbsp water
• pasta of choice
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
2. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
3. Fry the shrimp, cooking for 2 minutes on each side.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste and stir occasionally.
5. Add in the remaining butter, lemon juice, and water.
6. Cook until the butter melts and the shrimp have cooked fully.
7. Take off heat, add more salt and pepper if needed, and serve on your preferred pasta.