This dish features succulent shrimp sautéed in a generous blend of butter and olive oil, infused with freshly minced garlic for a bold aroma. The coating of flour, paprika, and optional cayenne pepper ensures a light crust and a subtle heat. Each shrimp is seared to a rosy pink, then kissed with lemon juice for brightness and finished with fresh parsley for color and garden-fresh taste. Served soon after cooking, this preparation delivers rich, savory flavors reminiscent of island fare, pairing well with rice or rustic bread to soak up the luscious garlic butter sauce.
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp brings the island’s bright flavors to your kitchen Eat buttery sautéed shrimp with golden garlic and a pop of citrus for a meal that feels like a little vacation My first trip to Oahu started with this dish at a food truck and I still crave that sweet and garlicky aroma
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bold garlicky flavor in every bite
- Quick to prep and cook ready in under 20 minutes
- Easy enough for a weeknight but still feels special
- Pantry staples plus fresh shrimp
When I first made Hawaiian garlic shrimp at home it turned a regular evening into a mini getaway and now I make it every time I need a taste of sunshine
Ingredients
- Extra large shrimp: choose plump deveined shrimp for the juiciest results Wild caught tastes best
- Fresh garlic: brings rich depth Use a full head for authentic flavor and do not skimp
- All-purpose flour: makes a light crust on the shrimp which helps the sauce cling
- Paprika: for a hint of smokiness Spanish paprika adds extra richness
- Cayenne pepper: gives gentle heat Add more if you like it spicy
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: for balance Use flaky salt for extra crunch if you want
- Unsalted butter: melts for a creamy sauce European style is extra lush
- Olive oil: adds rich flavor and keeps butter from burning Go for extra virgin
- Fresh lemon juice: brightens with tang Pick a plump lemon for the juiciest squeeze
- Fresh parsley: for a pop of color and freshness Use flat-leaf if possible
Step-by-Step Instructions
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