Shrimp in Brown Butter Sauce
So many flavors in this super easy and versatile shrimp preparation. Lemony, nutty sauce with a hint of spice. Here it is served on top of Sweet Potato Sage Risotto. Great Fall dish!
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 4 tbsp butter
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper
- tbsp parsley or cilantro for color
Instructions
- In a medium sized skillet over medium low heat add the butter. Cook until butter starts to foam, and turn brown. About 3-4 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Turn the heat to medium high.
- Cook until the shrimp turns pink about 2 minutes each side.
- Add the lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately. Best tossed with pasta or over rice or risotto.