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Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp

Hawaiian garlic shrimp or also known as truck garlic shrimp is a quick and tasty dinner idea. Only 5 ingredients (plus salt and pepper) and 10 minutes, isn’t it unbelievable?
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: hawaiian garlic shrimp
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 400 gr deveined shrimp preferably with skin
  • 7- 10 garlic cloves (note 1)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Finely chop the garlic cloves. Try to cut them with the same thickness. This way all the garlic cooks at the same pace.
  • In a pan, over medium-low heat, melt the butter and toss the chopped garlic. Stir for 20 to 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Immediately add the shrimps and let them sear for 2 minutes per side. Season with paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  • As soon as the shrimps are fully cooked, remove the pan from the stove and serve.

Notes

1. The amount of garlic will depend on how garlicky you want your shrimps.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 13.7g | Saturated Fat: 7.9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.4g | Cholesterol: 421mg | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 367mg