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Juicy shrimp cooked in a spicy, garlicky butter sauce with bold, fresh flavors and just the right kick of heat, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 200g (0.5 lb) large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
  • 1 tsp paprika powder (sweet or smoked)
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tbsp cold butter (salted or unsalted)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, cilantro, or coriander, chopped

Instructions

  1. Peel and devein shrimp; if frozen, thaw completely, rinse under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Marinate shrimp with salt, black pepper, and paprika powder for 30 minutes.
  3. Mince garlic and finely chop fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or coriander).
  4. Heat olive oil in a pan over high heat.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer without crowding and sear about 2 minutes per side until nearly cooked, cooking in batches if needed.
  6. Remove seared shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  7. Reduce heat to low.
  8. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  9. Add red chili flakes and sauté another 30 seconds.
  10. Stir in cold butter and let it melt into a silky sauce.
  11. Squeeze in lemon juice and mix to combine.
  12. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss until fully cooked and coated in the garlic-butter sauce.
  13. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs over the shrimp before serving.

Notes

Watch shrimp closely to avoid overcooking, which causes dryness and rubbery texture., Jumbo shrimp stand up well to cooking without drying out., Marinating is important because shrimp cook quickly., To reduce spiciness, add extra butter to mellow the heat., Pairs well with crusty bread, fresh salad, grilled vegetables, pasta, or rice., Shrimp cook time varies by size: Medium shrimp 2-3 minutes per side, Large shrimp 3-4 minutes per side, Jumbo shrimp 4-5 minutes per side., Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen up to a month for cooked shrimp., Reheat gently on stovetop, oven, or microwave with added moisture to keep shrimp tender., Make-ahead tips include marinating up to 30 minutes ahead and prepping garlic, chili flakes, and herbs separately., Food safety note: Contains shellfish; keep raw shrimp separate and refrigerate leftovers promptly.

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