Garlic Butter Shrimp & Asparagus
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Ingredients :
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 bunches asparagus, tough ends trimmed
- Kosher salt
- 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Chopped fresh parsley, for serving
Directions :
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add asparagus; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus are tender but still crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In same skillet over medium heat, cook butter, garlic, onion powder, red pepper, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil until butter is melted. Add shrimp; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove from heat and stir in asparagus. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley and toss to combine.
