Easy Garlic and Lemon Shrimp [Bulkbites.com]

• Servings: 4
• Time: 30 minutes

Shrimps are a wonderful source of omega-3 fatty acids. Their regular consumption helps prevent Alzheimer’s disease, slows down the growth of cancerous tumors, prevents rheumatoid arthritis, etc. Shrimps are also beneficial in reducing all risks associated with cardiac problems. Furthermore, the presence of vitamin B12 in shrimps ensures formation of blood cells and proper functioning of brain. The traces of phosphorous and calcium present in shrimps are required for strengthening your bones and teeth. Consumption of garlic is recommended because it has antiviral and antibacterial properties and help immensely in blood thinning processes. They are also helpful in treating skin infections, combating different types of allergies and reducing cholesterol levels in the body.

Nutrition

• calories: 216
• protein: 24
• carbs: 6
• fat: 11
• saturated fat: 0.91
• polyunsaturated fat: 0.68
• monounsaturated fat: 4.74
• cholesterol: 0
• sodium: 146
• potassium: 25
• dietary fiber: 0.07
• sugars: 0.6
• vitamin a: 0
• vitamin c: 9
• calcium: 2
• iron: 0
• magnesium: 0
• complex carbs: 5.33
• other fats: 4.67

Ingredients

• 0.24 tsp Salt, table
• 2 tablespoon Oil, olive, salad or cooking
• 0.52 tbsp chopped Garlic
• 5 gram Lemon rind, grated
• 2 lemon yields Lemon juice, raw
• 15 gram Plain Butter
• 453 gram Shrimp, peeled and deveined

Instructions

• Thaw the shrimps if you are using the frozen variety and keep them in the fridge overnight. Drain out water and keep them aside.
• Place a pan over medium flame and heat some oil in it. Then drop in little butter in it. Then add shrimps just enough to cover the pan and cook them until they turn pink.
• Once the shrimps are sufficiently cooked, turn them over and add minced garlic. Continue cooking shrimps for another 3 minutes so that they become firm. Now remove the pan from heat. Add salt, lemon zest and lemon juice and serve immediately.