Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp
Juicy shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a spicy kick. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs or spatula
- measuring spoons
- Serving dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 –2 tsp red chili flakes adjust to spice level
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil and 2 tbsp butter.
- Once melted, add garlic and chili flakes. Sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in remaining butter and squeeze lemon juice over shrimp. Toss to coat well.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve hot with bread, rice, or pasta.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, 4 servings):
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 25 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 620 mg