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Lemon Butter Shrimp and Rice: A Flavorful Delight

Lemon Butter Shrimp and Rice made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, allowing them to cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper, coating the shrimp evenly.
  6. Add the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve the shrimp over the cooked rice, garnishing with extra parsley if desired.