Description
A quick and flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus recipe that combines tender shrimp and crisp asparagus sautéed in a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or more to taste)
- 1 pound asparagus, chopped into 1″ pieces
- 1 pound fresh or frozen uncooked shrimp, patted dry
- ½ cup fresh basil, finely chopped
Instructions
- Melt the butter: Heat the butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat until it’s fully melted and just beginning to brown, which enhances its nutty flavor.
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the dry white wine and stir, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Let it cook for about 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Cook the asparagus: Add the chopped asparagus pieces to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes until they start to soften but remain crisp.
- Add shrimp: Stir in the shrimp and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Finish with basil: Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil to add a bright, herbal note before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, but frozen can be used if thawed and patted dry.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio works best for deglazing.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute white wine with chicken broth or water with a splash of lemon juice.
