Bubba Gump–Style Garlic Butter Shrimp is bold, buttery, and bursting with flavor. Plump shrimp are quickly sautéed until tender, then tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a bright squeeze of lemon and just the right touch of heat. It’s simple seafood done right.
The key to this dish is high heat and quick cooking. Shrimp cook in minutes, developing a light golden sear while staying juicy inside. The combination of olive oil and butter prevents burning while creating a silky, glossy sauce.
Garlic and red pepper flakes infuse the butter with depth and warmth, while fresh lemon juice cuts through the richness for a perfectly balanced finish. A sprinkle of parsley adds color and freshness, making the dish as vibrant as it is flavorful.
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Serve it with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or over pasta to soak up every drop of that irresistible garlic butter sauce.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients :
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
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