Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter Mushrooms
Prep
20 mins
Cook
12 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just thirty minutes from start to finish. Succulent grilled shrimp paired with earthy mushrooms in a silky garlic butter sauce feels fancy enough for company, yet simple enough for a busy Tuesday night. The shrimp provides lean protein and selenium, which supports your immune system and metabolism, while the garlic adds incredible flavor without extra calories. Best of all, you probably have most of these ingredients in your kitchen right now, making this an affordable way to impress yourself and whoever you're cooking for.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kglarge shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- ½ kgmixed mushrooms(sliced)
- 4 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 1shallot(finely diced)
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(chopped)
- 1lemon(halved)
- 3 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 78 mlwhite wine
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Tip: Dry shrimp ensures better browning and prevents sticking on the grill.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium heat with 2 tablespoons of butter and the remaining olive oil. Add diced shallots and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown slightly.
Tip: Don't crowd the pan; this allows mushrooms to caramelize properly.
- 4
Stir in minced garlic and fresh thyme, cooking for another minute until very fragrant. Pour in white wine and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- 5
Reduce heat to low and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and combined. Season the mushroom mixture with additional salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- 6
Place shrimp on the grill grates and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Don't overcook, as shrimp cooks quickly.
Tip: Shrimp are done when they curl into a C-shape and are opaque throughout.
- 7
Transfer cooked shrimp to a serving platter. Spoon the mushroom mixture over and around the shrimp.
- 8
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while warm.
Tip: A squeeze of lemon brightens the rich butter sauce beautifully.
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