Garlic Butter Shrimp

Name: Garlic Butter Shrimp
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, shell-on; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 tsp MSG; 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 10 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lemon; Cooked white rice, for serving

@logagm shares a simple yet flavorful recipe for garlic butter shrimp. Large shrimp are coated in a seasoned cornstarch mixture and pan-fried in a rich sauce of butter, olive oil, and lots of fresh garlic, then finished with a squeeze of lemon juice.

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Total

15 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, shell-on
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 tsp MSGoptional
1/4 cup olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter
10 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon
Cooked white rice, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with cornstarch, paprika, black pepper, and optional MSG.
2
Toss well to ensure each shrimp is evenly coated.
3
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and foaming.
4
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5
Carefully place the coated shrimp into the hot skillet in a single layer.
6
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
7
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the shrimp in the pan and toss to combine.
8
Serve the garlic butter shrimp immediately over cooked white rice.
9
Spoon the remaining garlic butter sauce from the pan over the shrimp and rice.
10
Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and enjoy.