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Authentic Hawaiian-Style Garlic Shrimp Recipe You Need to Try


  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

🍤 Discover the flavors of Hawaii with this Authentic Hawaiian-Style Garlic Shrimp that’s a savory mix of garlic and buttery goodness.
🌺 Perfect for a quick dinner, this dish brings the tropical taste of Hawaii right to your kitchen, ready in just 20 minutes.


Ingredients

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1 pound extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup minced fresh garlic (from one medium head)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoon sweet paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, adjust for heat preference)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
White rice for serving


Instructions

1. Blot the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. In a mixing bowl, sprinkle the shrimp with flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
3. In a large non-stick skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes on one side until pinkish, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until just done.
4. Add the remaining butter and garlic to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
5. Remove from heat and toss the shrimp with fresh lemon juice and parsley. Serve immediately over steamed white rice, spooning the garlic butter sauce from the pan on top.

Notes

🧄 Use whole garlic in its skin for maximum flavor rather than pre-peeled garlic.
📏 Dry shrimp thoroughly before seasoning to prevent clumping.
👨‍🍳 Watch shrimp shape during cooking; perfectly cooked shrimp form a C shape.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 362
  • Sugar: 1 gram
  • Sodium: 158 mg
  • Fat: 26 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 12 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 7 grams
  • Fiber: 1 gram
  • Protein: 25 grams
  • Cholesterol: 332 mg