Spicy Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 309kcal

Author: Becky Hardin

Spicy garlic shrimp is a simple, easy recipe to make for appetizers or for dinner. This creamy garlic shrimp recipe only takes about 10 minutes to make. Serve as a quick app, or turn it into a creamy garlic shrimp pasta. Either way, everyone will love it!

Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.

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Ingredients

1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons salted butter (⅜ stick)
1 tablespoon garlic paste such as Gourmet Garden
1 tablespoon chili paste such as Gourmet Garden
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
½ cup white wine
½ cup heavy cream room temperature
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste.
1 pound raw shrimp, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Melt the butter in a large skillet over high heat.
3 tablespoons salted butter
Add the garlic paste and allow to sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
1 tablespoon garlic paste
Add the chili paste and stir to combine. Immediately add the shrimp and stir to coat in the garlic/chili.
1 tablespoon chili paste
Allow the shrimp to cook 2 minutes per side, or until almost cooked through.
Add the lemon juice and white wine and cook on high for 30 seconds.
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, ½ cup white wine
Add the heavy cream, parmesan, and parsley and stir to combine. Allow to cook for 1 minute and then remove from the heat.
½ cup heavy cream, 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Chopped fresh parsley
Serve garnished with lemon wedges or serve over pasta for a full meal.

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Notes

If you don't want to use wine, you can substitute chicken broth.
Properly cooked shrimp should read 145°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Storage: Store spicy garlic shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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