Best 6 Garlic Lovers Shrimp Recipes

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Shrimp lovers, unite! Garlic lovers, assemble! This recipe is a match made in seafood heaven, combining juicy, succulent shrimp with a garlicky, buttery sauce that will leave you craving more. In this article, you'll find a collection of garlic shrimp recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and become your new favorite weeknight meal. From classic sautéed shrimp in garlic butter to more adventurous dishes like garlic shrimp scampi and spicy garlic shrimp, there's something for every garlic lover in this roundup. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling satisfied and craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE GARLIC SHRIMP



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If you like shrimp and LOVE garlic, I hope you give this fast and delicious recipe a try soon. Enjoy!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt to taste
6 cloves garlic, finely minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon caper brine
1 ½ teaspoons cold butter
⅓ cup chopped Italian flat leaf parsley, divided
1 ½ tablespoons cold butter
water, as needed

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat until it just begins to smoke. Place shrimp in an even layer on the bottom of the pan and cook for 1 minute without stirring.
  • Season shrimp with salt; cook and stir until shrimp begin to turn pink, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice, caper brine, 1 1/2 teaspoon cold butter, and half the parsley.
  • Cook until butter has melted, about 1 minute, then turn heat to low and stir in 1 1/2 tablespoon cold butter. Cook and stir until all butter has melted to form a thick sauce and shrimp are pink and opaque, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl; continue to cook butter sauce, adding water 1 teaspoon at a time if too thick, about 2 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
  • Serve shrimp topped with the pan sauce. Garnish with remaining flat-leaf parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 188.1 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 243.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

EASY EXTREMELY GARLIC SHRIMP



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This shrimp dish has a great and powerful garlic flavor. It's perfect with pasta or with rice. You can even add juice from a lemon for that extra zing!

Provided by DesiLuGirl

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons garlic salt, or to taste
3 tablespoons garlic powder, or to taste
½ lemon, juiced, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir minced garlic until lightly browned. Add shrimp; season with garlic salt and garlic powder. Pour lemon juice over shrimp. Continue to cook and stir until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 213.2 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 4386.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GARLIC & HERB ROASTED SHRIMP



Garlic & Herb Roasted Shrimp image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large lemons
2 pounds (8- to 10-count) shrimp, peeled with the tails on
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
4 slices country bread, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Melt the butter over low heat in a medium (10-inch) saute pan. Add the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and cook over low heat for one minute. Off the heat, zest one of the lemons directly into the butter mixture.
  • Meanwhile, arrange the shrimp snugly in one layer in a large (12-inch) round ovenproof sauté pan (or 10 × 13-inch baking dish) with only the tails overlapping. Pour the butter mixture over the shrimp. Sprinkle with the sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Slice the ends off the zested lemon, cut five (1/4-inch-thick) slices, and tuck them among the shrimp. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, just until the shrimp are firm, pink, and cooked through. Cut the remaining lemon in half and squeeze the juice onto the shrimp. Serve hot with the toasted bread for dipping into the garlic butter.

GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP



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Garlic and lemon lend a pleasant flavor to these speedy sauteed shrimp from Sheryll Hughes-Smith of Brandon, Mississippi. "I like to serve them over wild rice mix from a box," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the shrimp and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Add the lemon juice; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.

GARLIC LOVER'S SHRIMP



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This is Rachael Ray's and it is fabulous! It is for serious garlic lovers only. Serve it at your next party and watch it disappear!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     European

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 -15 garlic cloves, cracked away from skins (I only use 12 and I am a serious garlic lover!)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan
2 tablespoons butter, cut in small pieces
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, 30 pieces, peeled and deveined (ask for easy peel shrimp)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
fresh cracked black pepper
1 toothpick (optional)

Steps:

  • Process garlic in food processor to finely chop.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add oil and butter. Add garlic and crushed pepper flakes to oil and butter. Season shrimp with salt and toss to coat. Add shrimp to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until pink and heads curl to tails. Add black pepper, to your taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 230.1, Sodium 1599, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 23.9

GARLIC-LOVER'S SHRIMP (5 WW POINTS)



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From Weight Watchers Five Star Recipes Cookbook. A pleasant alternative to traditional shrimp scampi.

Provided by jenpalombi

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add pepper, garlic, and bay leaf; saute 30 seconds.
  • Add shrimp and salt; saute 3 minutes. Remove shrimp from pan; set aside.
  • Add wine, parsley, and thyme; bring to a boil, and cook until reduced to 1/4 cup (about 1 minute).
  • Return shrimp to pan; toss to coat.
  • Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.9, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 259.2, Sodium 401.4, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 35.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic has a stronger flavor and aroma than pre-minced or jarred garlic.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the shrimp, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the shrimp from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick to the pan.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are pink and opaque: Overcooked shrimp are tough and rubbery. Cook them just until they are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Use a flavorful oil: The type of oil you use can also affect the flavor of the shrimp. Olive oil is a good choice, as it has a mild flavor that won't overpower the shrimp.
  • Season the shrimp with salt and pepper: Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for shrimp. Be sure to season them liberally before cooking.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice: A squeeze of lemon juice adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the shrimp.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately: Shrimp are best served immediately after cooking. This will help to preserve their flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

This Garlic Lovers' Shrimp recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. The shrimp are cooked in a flavorful garlic sauce that is made with fresh garlic, olive oil, white wine, and lemon juice. The shrimp are cooked until they are pink and opaque, and then they are served immediately. This recipe is a great way to enjoy the delicious flavor of shrimp without a lot of fuss.

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