Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of succulent tiger shrimp bathed in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This recipe promises a burst of Mediterranean-inspired taste in every bite, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs tiger shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- juice of 1 lemon
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Sauté Garlic: Melt butter with olive oil in a skillet, then add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer, cook until pink and opaque on both sides.
- Finish: Squeeze lemon juice, sprinkle with parsley, and toss to coat.
- Serve: Enjoy with lemon wedges and your choice of accompaniment.
Notes
- Stir in an extra tablespoon of butter for added richness.
- For more flavor, add a splash of white wine while cooking the garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop sauté
- Cuisine: Seafood-inspired, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 260mg
