This Hawaiian-style garlic shrimp recipe brings the bold flavors of the islands to your kitchen. Succulent shrimp are sautéed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with fresh garlic, paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper, delivering a delightful balance of savory and spicy notes. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests at your next gathering.

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)

• 1 medium head of garlic, minced (about ¼ cup)

Directions

1. Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with flour, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

2. Sauté the Garlic: 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.

3. Cook the Shrimp: Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes on the first side until pinkish, then flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2 minutes on the other side until just cooked through.

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

5. Serve: Serve the garlic shrimp immediately, topped with the flavorful garlic butter sauce from the pan.

Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 4 servings)

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 6 g

• Protein: 38 g

• Fat: 10 g

• Saturated Fat: 3 g

• Cholesterol: 220 mg

• Sodium: 500 mg

• Potassium: 350 mg

• Fiber: 1 g

• Sugar: 1 g

• Vitamin A: 200 IU

• Vitamin C: 5 mg

• Calcium: 100 mg

• Iron: 2 mg