Hawaiian-Style Garlic Shrimp 

Hawaiian-Style Garlic Shrimp is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings the taste of the islands to your kitchen. This recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich, garlicky butter sauce, reminiscent of the popular shrimp trucks found on the beaches of Hawaii. With a hint of spice from paprika and cayenne pepper, balanced by the freshness of lemon juice and parsley, this dish is both comforting and vibrant. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, Hawaiian-Style Garlic Shrimp is sure to impress with its bold flavors and simplicity.

🧾 Ingredients

• 1 lb extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/4 cup (slightly packed) minced fresh garlic (approximately 1 medium head)

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika

• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced into 1-tablespoon pieces

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (optional)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Prepare the Shrimp: Using paper towels, pat the shrimp dry on both sides to remove excess moisture. Place them in a bowl.

2. Season the Shrimp: Sprinkle the shrimp with flour, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss to evenly coat the shrimp with the seasoning mixture.

3. Cook the Shrimp: In a large 12-inch non-stick skillet, melt the butter with olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.

4. Sauté the Shrimp: Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in an even layer. Cook on the first side until pinkish in color, about 2 minutes. Flip the shrimp and cook the opposite side until just cooked through, about 2 minutes longer.

5. Finish the Dish: Remove the skillet from heat. Toss the shrimp with fresh lemon juice and garnish with minced parsley, if desired.

6. Serve: Serve the shrimp immediately, topped with the extra garlic butter sauce from the pan.

🥗 Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 362 kcal

• Fat: 26g

  • Saturated Fat: 12g

• Cholesterol: 332mg

• Sodium: 158mg

• Potassium: 190mg

• Carbohydrates: 7g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Sugar: 1g

• Protein: 25g

• Vitamin A: 26% DV

• Vitamin C: 19% DV

• Calcium: 20% DV

• Iron: 17% DV