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Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp

Savory Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Ready in Just 20 Minutes

This Hawaiian garlic shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that captures the vibrant flavors of Hawaii in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Deveined, tails on or off
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Glutinous Rice Flour or All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color and smokiness
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for heat preference
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice For freshness at serving
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then devein and pat them dry.
  2. Coat Shrimp: In a mixing bowl, blend the glutinous rice flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Coat each shrimp evenly and set aside.
  3. Cook Garlic Butter: In a skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes.
  4. Cook Shrimp: In the same skillet, add olive oil and heat. Cook the shrimp in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Combine: Drizzle garlic butter over the shrimp and toss gently to coat.
  6. Serve: Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are patted dry for best results. Cook shrimp in batches for an even golden brown finish.

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