Federal Shrimp
Indulge in bold flavors with Federal Shrimp, a tantalizing dish that showcases succulent shrimp bathed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce infused with smoky paprika, a hint of cayenne heat, and aromatic oregano. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or an impressive, fuss-free option for entertaining. A finishing touch of fresh parsley and zesty lemon juice brightens every bite, while optional red pepper flakes offer a customizable spice level. Serve over fluffy white rice, al dente pasta, or with crusty bread to savor every drop of the savory sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste at home! Keywords: Federal Shrimp recipe, garlic butter shrimp, easy seafood dinner, spicy shrimp, quick shrimp recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon optional red pepper flakes
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the olive oil to prevent the butter from burning.
Once the butter is fully melted, add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine the spices into the butter sauce.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until the shrimp are opaque and pink.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice for balance.
Serve the Federal Shrimp immediately over white rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.1 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 981 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 1701 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 111.0 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*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.
