EASY Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a quick seafood dish made with shrimp, fresh garlic, butter, and lemon.
Ingredients
- 1 lb extra-large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup minced fresh garlic
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper optional
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Place shrimp in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle with flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the skillet.
- Cook for about 2 minutes until the bottoms turn pink.
- Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Toss gently to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
- Garnish with parsley if desired.
- Serve the Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp immediately with the extra garlic butter sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- Substitute parsley with fresh cilantro for a different flavor profile.
- Serve alongside grilled pineapple for a tropical touch.
- Brown rice or coconut rice pairs beautifully with this dish.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.