Hawaiian Style Garlic Shrimp 

This Hawaiian-style garlic shrimp recipe brings the flavors of the islands to your kitchen. Succulent shrimp are sautéed in a rich, garlicky butter sauce, reminiscent of the famous shrimp trucks found on the North Shore of Oahu. With a hint of spice and a burst of lemon, this dish is both comforting and indulgent. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 lb extra-large shrimp (21–30 count per pound), peeled and deveined

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

• 1½ teaspoons paprika

• ⅛ 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, salt, and black pepper. Toss to evenly coat.

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

4. Finish the Dish: Remove the skillet from heat. Toss the shrimp with lemon juice and garnish with parsley, if using.

5. Serve: Serve the shrimp immediately, topped with the 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