Great Big Giant Enormous Garlic Shrimp
Dive into the irresistible flavors of "Great Big Giant Enormous Garlic Shrimp," a quick and easy garlic butter shrimp recipe bursting with bold, zesty goodness. Featuring succulent jumbo shrimp sautéed in a luscious combination of melted butter, olive oil, and fragrant minced garlic, this dish is elevated with a touch of red chili flakes for subtle heat and a splash of fresh lemon juice for brightness. Finished with a sprinkle of vibrant parsley, this 20-minute seafood delight is perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve these juicy garlic shrimp with crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce or over a bed of fluffy rice for a complete, satisfying meal. Packed with bold flavors and made with simple ingredients, this one-pan recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s as impressive as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 pieces jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the jumbo shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and the olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to sizzle.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the jumbo shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, ensuring they are evenly cooked.
Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the lemon juice. Toss the shrimp in the buttery garlic sauce to coat them evenly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shrimp with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately while hot, garnished with lemon wedges if desired, alongside crusty bread or over steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 335 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 266 mg | 6% | |
*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.
