Chili Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients

• 16 oz shrimp (Cleaned, deveined; thawed, butterflied, and patted dry)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 9 garlic (Minced; source states 8–10 cloves)
• 1 tsp chili flakes (Or more, to taste)
• 1.5 tsp paprika
• 2.5 tbsp cilantro (Chopped; source states 2–3 tablespoons)
• 2 tbsp water (To create the sauce)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
• lemon or lime juice (Optional; squeeze to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Thaw the shrimp. Cut a slit down the back of each shrimp to butterfly it, then pat the shrimp dry with a napkin.

2. 2

   Mince the garlic and chop the cilantro.

3. 3

   Place a skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and butter.

4. 4

   Turn the heat down, add the minced garlic, and cook for about 30 seconds, taking care not to let the garlic burn.

5. 5

   Sprinkle in the chili flakes, paprika, and chopped cilantro.

6. 6

   Mix the seasonings and herbs, then add the water and stir to create a sauce.

7. 7

   Add the shrimp to the skillet and increase the heat to medium.

8. 8

   Season the shrimp with the salt and mix well.

9. 9

   Drizzle the Sriracha over the shrimp. Add an optional squeeze of lemon or lime juice, then mix gently.

10. 10

    Cook for another 1–2 minutes, until the shrimp is cooked. Immediately remove the skillet from the heat so the sauce does not cook away.

11. 11

    Serve the shrimp as is or with rice or pasta.

Notes

The source does not specify the shrimp quantity by count, exact pan size, or a visual doneness cue. Use the stated 1–2 minute final cooking time and remove from heat immediately afterward.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• seafood
• shrimp
• quick meal
• stovetop
• spicy
• butter-based
• gluten-free