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Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp

Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp
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Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick, flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp cooked in a rich garlic-infused butter sauce with a perfect kick of red pepper flakes. Ready in under 20 minutes, this versatile recipe works great as an entrée, appetizer, or served over pasta, rice, or vegetables for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Shrimp: Rinse peeled and deveined shrimp under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure a good sear and avoid steaming.
  2. Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes, taking care not to burn the garlic.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Increase heat to medium-high and add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side until shrimp turn pink and opaque with a nice sear.
  4. Add Spice and Citrus: Sprinkle red pepper flakes over shrimp and stir to coat evenly. Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the pan and toss everything together to combine flavors.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp, then serve immediately to enjoy peak freshness and flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp for best texture and flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubberiness; shrimp is done when pink and curled.
  • Add red pepper flakes gradually to control heat level.
  • Use high-quality unsalted butter for a richer, creamier sauce.
  • Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure proper searing.
  • For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter.
  • Customize herbs by swapping parsley with cilantro or basil.

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