Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined; cut lengthwise to remove the vein)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into small pieces)
• 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil (high smoke‑point oil for frying)
• 2 Tbsp Rice Flour (provides a light crisp coating)
• 1 Tbsp Cornstarch (helps create a crunchy texture)
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Paprika
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/2 Lemon (juiced)
• 2 cups Cooked White Rice (to serve)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Shrimp

   Place the peeled shrimp on a cutting board and slice each piece lengthwise down the back to expose and remove the dark vein (the “poop”). Rinse briefly and pat dry with paper towels.

   Time: PT2M

2. Mince Garlic and Make Garlic Butter

   Mince the garlic cloves. In the skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, add the minced garlic, and sauté until the butter turns a light golden‑brown and the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium

3. Mix the Coating

   In a mixing bowl combine rice flour, cornstarch, salt, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir until the mixture is uniform.

   Time: PT2M

4. Coat the Shrimp

   Add the prepared shrimp to the bowl and toss until each piece is evenly coated with the flour mixture. Shake off excess coating.

   Time: PT2M

5. Pan‑Fry the Shrimp

   Add the vegetable oil to the skillet (the same pan used for garlic butter) and heat over medium‑high heat. Place the coated shrimp in a single layer and fry for about 2‑3 minutes per side, or until both sides are golden brown and the shrimp are just opaque.

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

6. Finish with Garlic Butter and Lemon

   When the shrimp are golden, return the garlic‑butter mixture (or add a fresh pat of butter if the pan is dry) and toss the shrimp to coat. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top, give a quick stir, and remove from heat.

   Time: PT2M

7. Serve

   Plate the shrimp over warm cooked rice, drizzle any remaining garlic butter from the pan over the top, and serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

260

Protein

22g

Carbohydrates

12g

Fat

13g

Fiber

1g