Sure, here’s a delicious recipe for Chili Garlic Butter Shrimp:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 red chili peppers, finely chopped (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Shrimp:
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat the Pan:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and starts to bubble.
- Cook the Garlic and Chili:
- Add the minced garlic and chopped chili peppers to the skillet. SautΓ© for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes on one side until they start to turn pink.
- Flip the Shrimp:
- Flip the shrimp over and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked (they should be opaque and pink).
- Add Lemon Juice:
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp and give everything a good toss to combine all the flavors.
- Serve:
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately, perhaps with crusty bread, rice, or pasta to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.
Tips:
- Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference. If you prefer it milder, use just one chili or remove the seeds.
- For a bit of extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine when you add the lemon juice.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
Enjoy your Chili Garlic Butter Shrimp!
