Italian

Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce is for Dinner.

Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce takes several minutes to prepare.

Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce takes several minutes to cook.

Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce are:

1/2 lb of fresh shrimp
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp basil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced

Here is how you make Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce:

Serves 4Rinse in cold water, remove shells and butterfly shrimp. Rinse again in cold water and pat dry with paper towel.In large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until soft. Do not brown the garlic.Add shrimp and chopped basil, saute over med-high heat, stirring constantly for 2 minutes.Add lemon juice and continue cooking, stirring constantly for 3 more minutes.Then add .25 cup water to loosen up thickened sauce, once consistent serve over fresh cooked pasta.Number of Servings: 4Number of Servings: 4

The nutritional information for Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 196.2

• Total Fat: 11.3 g
• Cholesterol: 87.4 mg
• Sodium: 327.4 mg
• Total Carbs: 3.4 g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.2 g
• Protein: 12.2 g

Shrimp in a Basil-Lemon Sauce is Italian cuisine.