GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP (ready in 5 minutes)

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor profile.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: pollock

Scallops are leaner, while pollock is a budget-friendly alternative.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is more economical.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds freshness, while green onions are cost-effective.

Season shrimp in a bowl with salt, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and garlic and herb seasoning.

Drizzle oil over the shrimp and mix to marinate.

Melt butter in a pot.

Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant.

Add the marinated shrimp to the pot and cook for about 1.5 minutes on each side.

Add lemon juice, chili flakes, and fresh parsley to the shrimp.

Serve the garlic butter shrimp over hot jasmine rice and broccoli.

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