Description
This quick and simple Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp recipe delivers a flavorful and buttery dish in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined (Use 16 to 20 count shrimp for best results.)
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced (Freshly minced for best flavor.)
- 4 tbsp Butter, salted (Divided; 1 tbsp for searing and 3 tbsp for garlic butter.)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (Helps prevent butter from burning.)
- 1/2 cup Flour (For coating the shrimp.)
- 1 tsp Paprika (Adds color and warmth.)
- 1 tsp Salt (To taste.)
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (To taste.)
- 1 lemon Lemon, optional (For extra flavor at the end.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the shrimp dry to ensure they sear properly.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with flour, paprika, salt, and pepper until lightly coated.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat and add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes per side until they are pink and lightly golden. Cook in batches if needed.
- Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining butter and then add the minced garlic. Stir constantly for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, toss in the garlic butter, and cook for another 30 seconds. Optional: squeeze lemon over shrimp before serving.
Notes
Serve over steamed white rice and spoon the extra garlic butter over the top for maximum flavor. For leftovers, store in an airtight container and reheat gently to avoid rubbery shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Hawaiian, Seafood