Spicy Garlic Shrimp – 20 minute recipe

Savor the Fiery Flavor of Spicy Garlic Shrimp

Embark on a vibrant taste journey with this Spicy Garlic Shrimp – 20 minute recipe, delivering a perfect blend of heat, garlic richness, and tender shrimp in just minutes. Whether it's a quick weeknight treat or a flavorful dish for guests, this recipe brings boldness and simplicity together. Ideal for dinner or a lively get-together, this dish captures that sizzling, savory experience. Ready to turn up the heat and delight your senses? Let’s dive into this straightforward and utterly rewarding recipe.

Zesty and Tender: Your Go-To Spicy Garlic Shrimp Dish

This Spicy Garlic Shrimp – 20 minute recipe not only delivers a bold kick but also balances garlic, butter, honey, and lemon for a well-rounded flavor. Not just a meal, this is a flavor-packed adventure made simple enough for any home cook to master.

Here’s how you can achieve that perfect spice level and succulent shrimp texture, complete with professional tips to ensure each bite impresses.

Pro Tips for the Ultimate Spicy Garlic Shrimp:

1. Even Shrimp Size Matters: Use similarly sized shrimp so cooking time remains consistent.
2. Watch the Garlic Closely: When sautéing the garlic, stir constantly and remove once golden to avoid bitterness.
3. High Heat Finish: After garlic oil, crank up the heat to sear the shrimp quickly and lock in juices.
4. Finish With Sauce And Lemon: Once shrimp are nearly done, add butter, honey, lemon juice and let the sauce coat everything evenly.
5. Serve Immediately Over Rice or With Sides: This dish is best served right away so the sauce is warm and the shrimp still tender.

Spicy Garlic Shrimp – 20 Minute Recipe:

• Preparation time: 5 minutes
• Cooking time: 15 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Equipment: Large skillet, mixing bowl, slotted spoon or small strainer

With this spicy garlic shrimp recipe, your kitchen will come alive with sizzling garlic aroma and spicy garlic-butter sauce—ready in no time.

Ingredients:

▢ 1 ½ pounds raw shrimp (size 20-30), tails off, deveined and peeled
▢ 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
▢ 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
▢ ½-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
▢ ½ teaspoon salt
▢ ½ teaspoon ground pepper
▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
▢ 3 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh garlic (6-8 garlic cloves)
▢ 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
▢ ¼ cup honey
▢ 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
▢ 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
▢ lemon wedges, for serving

Directions:

1. If shrimp is frozen, thaw under running cold water. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt and ground pepper. Toss the shrimp with the flour mixture till coated.
3. Put olive oil and chopped garlic in a large skillet, turn heat to medium. Cook garlic, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Watch carefully—don’t let it burn. Quickly remove garlic bits from pan with a slotted spoon, reserving the oil. Alternatively, set a small strainer over a bowl and drain the garlic.
4. Turn pan to medium-high and add the shrimp to the garlic oil. Cook on one side for about three minutes, then flip and cook an additional 2 minutes or until shrimp is pink and curled. Don’t overcook.
5. Add the softened butter to the skillet with the shrimp. Once it’s mostly melted, add honey and lemon juice, stirring to combine and coat the shrimp evenly. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
6. Serve with the golden fried garlic bits, lemon wedges, and cooked rice.

Ready to Enjoy!

This Spicy Garlic Shrimp – 20 minute recipe offers a fabulous taste experience and brings the joy of bold and buttery shrimp into your home cooking. Meanwhile, you can explore other flavorful dishes like candied carrots or bundt cake breakfasts via internal links: check out a sweet side here, a hearty casserole there, or an easy bread you can serve alongside.

Give it a try—and relish every sizzling, garlicky bite!

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