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Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl

Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl

Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl

By recipes genie | Published on December 29, 2024

Tools & Equipment

1
large skillet or saucepan
2
cutting board
3
knife
4
measuring cups
5
measuring spoons

Ingredients

Shrimp

  • 1
    1 pound large shrimp

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 1
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 2
    6 each cloves garlic
  • 3
    0.25 cup fresh parsley
  • 4
    1 each lemon
  • 5
    0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 6
    0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 7
    0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Base

  • 1
    1 cup cooked rice

Garnish

  • 1
    0.25 cup green onions

Directions

1

Prepare the Shrimp

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps the sauce adhere better. Ensure all shrimp are deveined. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.

2

Prep Garlic and Herbs

Mince the garlic cloves finely. Finely chop the fresh parsley. Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze one half for juice and cut the other half into wedges for serving. These fresh ingredients add a lot of flavor.

3

Melt Butter

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Be careful as the pan and butter will get hot. If you don’t have a large skillet, you can use a large saucepan instead.

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4

Sauté Garlic

Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn as it will taste bitter. Sautéing means to cook gently in a little fat. You should start smelling the garlic very quickly.

5

Add Seasoning

Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the garlic butter mixture. Stir well to combine. These ingredients add a little heat and seasoning to the sauce.

6

Cook the Shrimp

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque. Make sure they are fully cooked before serving. Do not overcook. Overcooked shrimp can become rubbery.

7

Add Lemon and Parsley

Squeeze the juice from half the lemon over the cooked shrimp, then add the chopped parsley. Stir gently to coat everything evenly. The lemon adds a nice citrus zest. The parsley adds a nice fresh flavor.

8

Assemble the Bowl

Place a serving of cooked rice in a bowl. Then place the cooked shrimp and sauce over the rice. Garnish with green onions.

9

Serve and Present

Serve immediately with a lemon wedge on the side. The lemon can be squeezed for extra zest.

Recipe Tips

  • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.
  • If you don’t have fresh parsley, dried parsley can be used, but use half the amount.
  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
  • To store leftover shrimp, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Be careful not to burn the garlic as this will give the butter a bitter taste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories

450 kcal

Carbs

45g

Protein

25g

Fat

20g

Fiber

3g

Sugar

5g

Sat. Fat

10g

Sodium

800mg

Trans Fat

0.5g

Cholesterol

250mg

Potassium

400mg

Vitamin A

300%

Vitamin C

20%

Calcium

100%

Iron

3%

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