Description
Succulent homemade garlic shrimp recipe brings Mediterranean coastal flavors to kitchen tables with zesty, buttery perfection. Fresh ingredients and simple techniques create a delightful seafood dish you can easily master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 tbsps unsalted butter, diced into 1 tbsp pieces
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- ¼ cup (slightly packed) minced fresh garlic (nearly 1 medium head)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Pat shrimp completely dry using paper towels to maximize flour coating adhesion and ensure crisp texture.
- Seasoning Station: Create a robust dredging blend combining all-purpose flour, smoky paprika, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and black pepper in a shallow container.
- Coating Process: Delicately dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, gently pressing to achieve a light, even coverage that will transform into a delicate golden crust.
- Flavor Foundation: Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat, incorporating unsalted butter and extra virgin olive oil to establish a rich cooking base that enhances overall flavor profile.
- Aromatic Infusion: Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, releasing its intense fragrance without scorching, which would compromise the delicate flavor balance.
- Cooking Technique: Strategically place flour-coated shrimp into the garlic-infused oil, arranging in a single layer to guarantee uniform cooking and optimal caramelization.
- Final Touches: Cook shrimp for approximately 2 minutes per side until they transform to a vibrant pink with translucent centers, then elevate the dish with a bright lemon juice squeeze and garnish of freshly chopped parsley.
- Serving: Transfer shrimp to a serving plate, generously drizzling with additional garlic butter sauce to amplify the luxurious Hawaiian-inspired flavor experience.
Notes
- Dry Shrimp Thoroughly: Remove all moisture to achieve a crispy, golden coating that prevents soggy texture and promotes perfect searing.
- Flour Coating Technique: Press flour mixture gently onto shrimp, creating a light, even layer that ensures a delicate, crunchy exterior during cooking.
- Garlic Timing is Critical: Sauté garlic for exactly 30 seconds to release maximum flavor without burning, which can create bitter undertones.
- Temperature Control Matters: Use medium-high heat to achieve quick, even cooking that preserves shrimp’s tender texture and prevents rubbery consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg