The Best and Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp

Garlic Shrimp: A Delicious and Easy Dish to Make

Garlic shrimp is a delicious and easy dish perfect for those busy weeknights; it’s a quick meal, or you can make a big batch for a special occasion. The shrimp you will cook in a simple garlic butter sauce is so flavorful and juicy that you won’t be able to resist them.

There are many reasons why shrimp is popular. However, here are the most common reasons:

  • Taste: Shrimp is a delicious and versatile seafood you can enjoy in various dishes.
  • Nutrition: Shrimp is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients.
  • Affordability: Shrimp is a relatively affordable seafood option, great for big family meals or meal prep on a budget.
  • Availability: Shrimp is widely available in most grocery stores, making it easy to find. 
  • Versatile: Shrimp can be cooked in various ways, making it a popular choice for home and professional chefs.

Overall, shrimp is a popular seafood option for a variety of reasons. It is delicious, nutritious, affordable, and versatile. These factors have contributed to shrimp’s popularity as a seafood choice worldwide.

To make garlic shrimp, you will need the following ingredients:

•Shrimp

•Butter

•Garlic

•Olive oil + garlic & herb seasoning (or creole seasoning)

•Oyster sauce

•Green onion

Instructions:

  1. In a large skillet, add the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cook for a minute or until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until pink and cooked through.
  4. Season with garlic & herb seasoning (or creole seasoning), olive oil or butter, and oyster sauce.
  5. Stir for another minute, green onion for garnish, and serve immediately over rice or vegetable.

Here are some tips for making the best garlic butter shrimp:

  • Use fresh shrimp. You can use frozen shrimp, but they will be less flavorful.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp. They should be pink and cooked through.
  • Add other ingredients to the sauce to make it your own. Some suggestions include lemon juice, white wine, or herbs.
  • Serve the shrimp with rice, pasta, or vegetables.

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Garlic Butter Shrimp

melshealthybowl
Garlic shrimp is a delicious and easy dish perfect for those busy weeknights; it's a quick meal, or you can make a big batch for a special occasion.
Prep Time 6 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 20 pieces Large shrimp (with skin and tail on) (deveined)
  • 2 tbso Butter
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil with garlic and herb seasoning (or 1/4 tsp creole seasoning)
  • 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp Green onion (optional, garnish)

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, add the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the minced garlic, cook for a minute or until fragrant.
  • Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until pink and cooked through.
  • Season with garlic & herb seasoning (or creole seasoning), olive oil or butter, and oyster sauce.
  • Stir for another minute, green onion for garnish, and serve immediately over rice or vegetables.

Notes

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