Description
Lemon Burrata Shrimp is a bright and elegant Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring succulent garlic-lemon shrimp paired with creamy burrata cheese, fresh herbs, and a touch of olive oil. This quick yet sophisticated recipe is perfect as a light dinner or impressive appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil for serving
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and season with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Remove the skillet from heat.
- Arrange burrata on a serving platter and gently tear it open.
- Spoon the warm shrimp and tomato mixture over and around the burrata.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
- Sprinkle with basil, parsley, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to maintain tenderness.
- Burrata should be served at room temperature for maximum creaminess.
- Serve with toasted bread, pasta, or rice to soak up the sauce.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Medititerranean