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hawaiian garlic shrimp

Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp

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This hawaiian garlic shrimp is a quick, buttery, and flavor-packed dish inspired by Hawaii food trucks. Ready in 20 minutes, it’s perfect with rice for an easy, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp (shell-on preferred, deveined)
  • 10 to 12 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels. This helps achieve a perfect pan-fried texture instead of steaming.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 to 40 seconds). Do not burn the garlic.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and slightly golden.
  4. Sprinkle chili flakes and paprika over the shrimp. Toss gently to coat evenly and enhance the flavor.
  5. Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and mix everything together in the rich garlic butter sauce.
  6. Serve hot with white rice to enjoy the full Hawaiian garlic shrimp experience.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 28gFat: 20g

Notes

  • Use shell-on shrimp for more authentic flavor
  • Fresh garlic gives the best aroma (avoid garlic paste)
  • Do not overcook shrimp, they turn rubbery quickly
  • Adjust chili flakes based on your spice preference

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