Garlic-Parmesan Shrimp – Buttery, Cheesy, and Perfectly
Garlic-Parmesan shrimp is a simple yet flavorful seafood dish. Fresh shrimp are sautéed in butter and garlic until tender. Parmesan cheese is added to create a savory coating. The recipe requires minimal ingredients and little cooking time. It works well as both an appetizer and main dish. Overall, it is a delicious and easy seafood recipe suitable for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 500 g shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp and pat dry.Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a pan.Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the pan.Cook for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over shrimp.Stir gently until melted.Add lemon juice.
- Sprinkle parsley on top.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavour.
- Do not overcook shrimp.
- Medium shrimp cook evenly.
- Fresh garlic tastes better than powder.
- Grated Parmesan melts easily.
- Use unsalted butter if possible.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot.