Description
Delicious Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp recipe! Discover the secret to this mouthwatering dish. Try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) large shrimp, shell-on (16–20 count per pound)
- 16 cloves garlic (about 1½ heads), finely minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup (60ml) clarified butter or ghee
- ¼ cup (60ml) neutral oil (like canola or grapeseed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp Start with fresh shrimp, preferably shell-on for the most authentic Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp experience. Using scissors or a sharp knife, cut along the back of each shrimp to devein it, but leave the shells intact. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels – this is crucial for proper browning and to prevent splattering when they hit the hot pan.
- Step 2: Create the Seasoning MixtureIn a medium bowl, combine the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, whisking to integrate all spices evenly. Add your prepared shrimp to the bowl and toss gently until each piece is lightly dusted with the seasoned flour mixture. The coating should be very light – you’re not creating a batter here, just a thin layer to help develop flavor and texture.
- Step 3: Prepare the GarlicFinely mince all your garlic cloves – this might seem like a lot of garlic, but it’s the star ingredient in this dish! For the most authentic flavor, take your time with this step and mince by hand rather than using a garlic press, which can make the garlic taste bitter. The garlic pieces should be uniform in size to ensure even cooking.
- Step 4: Cook the ShrimpHeat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the clarified butter and oil. Once the fat is shimmering but not smoking, add the minced garlic and cook for just 30 seconds until fragrant. Quickly add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and slightly crispy. Work in batches if needed – overcrowding is the enemy of perfectly cooked garlic shrimp!
- Step 5: Finish the DishJust before removing from the heat, add the unsalted butter and allow it to melt into the sauce, creating a richer flavor. Squeeze half the lemon over the shrimp, then toss to coat everything in the garlic butter sauce. Transfer to a serving platter, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with the remaining lemon wedges and plenty of white rice to soak up all that delicious sauce. Your homemade Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is ready to transport you straight to Oahu’s North Shore!
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg