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Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is made with shrimp, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
- Prep
- 12 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 22 min
- Original yield
- Serves 4
- Ingredients
- 10 listed
Make it part of your week
Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Main course
- Primary protein
- Seafood
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Prepare the grill
Use the grill setup and heat described in the method.
2. Match the cuts in the method
Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.
3. Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Get to know the ingredients
large (21/25) shrimp (, peeled and deveined)
In the method: Divide shrimp among packs near center then place asparagus to one side of the shrimp (going the long direction of the foil).
dry white wine or chicken broth
In the method: Pour 1/2 Tbsp white wine over each.
minced garlic (4 cloves)
In the method: Sprinkle over garlic (1 tsp per packet) and lemon zest then season with salt and pepper.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 1 1/2 lbs large (21/25) shrimp (, peeled and deveined)Ingredient note
Source: 2 Tbsp dry white wine or chicken brothIngredient note
Source: 4 tsp minced garlic (4 cloves)Ingredient note
Source: 2 tsp lemon zestIngredient note
Source seasoning: Salt and freshly ground black pepperIngredient note
Source seasoning: Salt and freshly ground black pepperIngredient note
Source: 6 Tbsp butter (, diced into small cubes)Ingredient note
Source: 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juiceIngredient note
Source: 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsleyIngredient note
Source: 1 lb medium thickness asparagus (, woody ends trimmed)
How to make it
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Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Carefully unwrap then drizzle with lemon juice (or just serve with lemon wedges for spritzing) and sprinkle with parsley.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the grill. Start with this step: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400 - 425 degrees F).
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Use the grill setup and heat described in the method.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Grill, sealed side upward, until shrimp has cooked through, about 9 - 10 minutes.
How do I plan the ingredient amounts?
This version serves 4. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.
Additional recipe notes
For baking in the oven: preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Cook 13 to 15 minutes. A good side dish for these is couscous, orzo, or rice since you'll have that delicious sauce with a little extra to go around. Recipe source: Cooking Classy
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: cookingclassy.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.



