Spicy Garlic Butter Seafood Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat and adds a distinct flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is a lean protein and canned tuna is often less expensive.

scallops

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: fish fillets

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while fish fillets can be more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth adds depth without alcohol, and vinegar can mimic acidity.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. (Note: garlic not listed in description)

Stir in red pepper flakes, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and sugar, cooking for an additional minute.

Add shrimp, squid, and clams to the skillet, seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if desired.

Cook seafood until shrimp is pink and clams are opened, about 3-5 minutes.

Pour in water, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.

Add butter, stirring until melted and creamy.

Sprinkle chopped parsley over the seafood before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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