Lemony Sauteed Shrimp With Broccoli and Peas ... Another quick meal and always in season!

Lemony Sauteed Shrimp With Broccoli and Peas

Ingredients:

4 Tablespoons butter

4 scallions, white part and green parts separated, thinly sliced

1 Tablespoon grated lemon zest

1/2 cup water

5 to 6 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 pound broccoli, cut into small florets, with stalks peeled and sliced

coarse salt and ground pepper

1 pound large frozen raw shrimp, thawed and patted dry

1 package frozen peas (10 ounces)

coarse salt and ground pepper

Directions:

In a large skillet with a lid, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add white part of scallions, lemon zest, broccoli, and 1/2 cup water: Season with salt and pepper, and toss. Cover and cook until broccoli is bright green and just beginning to soften, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Add shrimp and peas. Cover and cook, tossing occasionally, until shrimp are opaque and peas are tender, 4 to 6 minutes.

Add lemon juice, green part of scallions and remaining butter; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently and serve.

TIP:

If the shrimp you have are already cooked, thaw, pat dry and add for the last minute and half, just long enough to heat through. Over cooked shrimp become tough and stringy.