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Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Recipe: Quick, Bold, and Deliciously Easy

Discover this Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that brings a taste of Hawaii to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Use fresh or thawed frozen for optimal taste and texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances the shrimp’s natural flavor.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Glutinous Rice Flour or All-Purpose Flour All-purpose flour is a great substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds vibrant color and a mild smoky flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for desired spiciness.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Creates a rich base for the sauce.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Sauté until fragrant.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing shrimp.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Adds a refreshing acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the shrimp: Rinse under cold water, peel and devein, pat dry.
  2. Create the coating: In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, paprika, cayenne, and salt, then coat shrimp.
  3. Sauté the garlic: Heat skillet, add butter and sauté minced garlic until light golden.
  4. Sear the shrimp: Add olive oil, then shrimp, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until pink.
  5. Combine with garlic sauce: Drizzle garlic butter over shrimp and toss to coat.
  6. Finish with lemon and parsley: Squeeze lemon juice and sprinkle parsley, mix gently.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve over coconut rice or in a pineapple boat for an impressive presentation. Pair with a tropical fruit salad for a full Hawaiian experience.

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