Description
This Hawaiian Style Garlic Shrimp recipe features succulent large shrimp sautéed in a flavorful garlic, butter, and lemon sauce. Perfectly seasoned with Hawaiian sea salt, black pepper, and paprika, this quick and easy dish is ready in just 15 minutes and makes a delicious meal served over rice for a taste of the islands.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 pound large uncooked shrimp
Sauce
- 5 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Juice from half of a large lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse Hawaiian sea salt (or regular coarse sea salt)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Base: In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add 4 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Warm the mixture and stir until the butter fully melts. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and slightly caramelized, releasing its rich aroma.
- Add Seasonings and Remaining Fats: Pour in the lemon juice, coarse Hawaiian sea salt, black pepper, and paprika into the skillet. Stir to combine the flavors. Then add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Continue cooking slowly for around 2 minutes to blend the flavors and prepare a luscious sauce for the shrimp.
- Cook the Shrimp: Carefully add the uncooked shrimp into the skillet with the sauce. Cook the shrimp for 2 minutes on each side, or until they turn an orange-pink color, indicating they are perfectly cooked. Be cautious not to overcook, as shrimp cook very quickly and become rubbery if left too long.
- Serve: Serve the garlic shrimp hot over a bed of rice, pouring the flavorful garlic butter sauce on top. Enjoy this quick and delicious Hawaiian-inspired meal!
Notes
- Use large raw shrimp for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on personal preference for stronger or milder garlic taste.
- Coarse Hawaiian sea salt adds authentic flavor but can be substituted with regular coarse sea salt.
- Serve over steamed white rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Do not overcook shrimp to avoid toughness; shrimp cook fast and are done when pink and opaque.
