Pan-Fried Shrimp with Lime Butter

Panko-coated pan-fried shrimp with a delicious lime butter that is tasty enough but does not overpower the flavors of the shrimp. Serve over a mixed greens salad or with angel hair pasta with cream sauce and a fresh vegetable for a larger meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 350 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons oil, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix egg and water together to make a light egg wash. Place breadcrumbs in a shallow dish.

Step 2

Dip shrimp into the egg wash and toss into breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a pan over medium heat. Add shrimp and fry until firm and opaque, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove shrimp and keep warm.

Step 4

Rinse out the pan. Heat butter and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the pan. Add lime juice; bring to a boil. Continue boiling for 1 minute. Return cooked shrimp to the pan and stir to coat with the lime sauce. Serve immediately.