4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp
Ready in just 4 minutes, this Spicy Garlic Shrimp recipe is the epitome of quick and flavorful cooking! Succulent shrimp are sautéed to perfection in a sizzling blend of olive oil, minced garlic, and red chili flakes, delivering a bold kick of heat balanced by a touch of buttery richness. A splash of fresh lemon juice brightens each bite, while a sprinkle of parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Perfect as an elegant appetizer, a main course, or served over pasta or rice, this easy shrimp recipe is a go-to for weeknight dinners or last-minute dinner parties. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this dish will become a staple on your menu. Keywords: spicy garlic shrimp, quick shrimp recipe, 4-minute recipe, easy seafood dinner, garlic butter shrimp.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and red chili flakes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque.
Flip the shrimp and add the butter to the skillet. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through.
Drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp and toss to coat.
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp, then remove the skillet from heat.
Serve immediately as a main course, appetizer, or over rice or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
830 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.6 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 888 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 1695 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.2 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1353 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
