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Garlic Butter Shrimp

This Garlic Butter Shrimp delivers 27g protein and 361 calories per serving — a concentrated protein option for smaller portions. Two servings cook on the stovetop in quick prep time, making this suitable for pairing with high-volume carbs or vegetables. Use when you need significant protein density without committing to a full batch.

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Ingredients

2 servings
  • Shrimp(227g)
  • Garlic(120g)
  • Lemon
  • Butter(30g)
  • Olive oil(15g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • ⅛ tsp salt ($0.01)
  • ⅛ Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.01)
  • Parsley, Fresh(5g)

Instructions

  1. 1If the shrimp is frozen, place it in a colander and run cool water over it for 2–3 minutes until thawed. Remove shells and tails if present, then pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. 2Mince the garlic and squeeze juice from the lemon into a small bowl; set both aside. Chop the parsley and set aside.
  3. 3Add the butter and olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until the butter is melted and foaming.
  4. 4Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1–3 minutes on the first side until the underside turns pink and opaque, then flip and cook for 1–3 minutes on the second side until the shrimp is firm and completely opaque throughout.
  5. 5Add the minced garlic and lemon juice to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant and no longer raw.
  6. 6Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then toss in the chopped parsley to combine.
  7. 7Divide the garlic butter shrimp evenly into 2 airtight containers while hot, allowing to cool to room temperature before sealing.
  8. 8Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.

Nutrition — Per Serving

361

calories

27g

protein

21g

fat

Carbohydrates
20g
Saturated fat
8.9g
Sodium
243 mg
Dietary fiber
1.3g

2 servings per batch · ~199g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Garlic Butter Shrimp have per serving?

Each serving delivers 27g of protein with 361 calories, 21g fat, and 20g carbs. This is a solid lean protein option with moderate carbohydrate inclusion for post-workout meals.

How long does Garlic Butter Shrimp take to prepare?

Quick prep stovetop recipe producing 2 servings per session. The small batch size makes it ideal for cooking fresh or scaling up for larger meal prep by doubling the recipe.

Is Garlic Butter Shrimp good for fat loss?

At 27g protein and 361 calories per serving, this works adequately for fat loss phases where protein density matters, though the 21g fat content is moderate. Pair with lower-fat starches to optimize the calorie-to-protein ratio.

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