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Buttered Garlic Shrimps

Cultural Context

Buttered Garlic Shrimps, while not exclusively Danish, reflect the Scandinavian love for seafood and simple, flavorful preparations. This dish emphasizes fresh ingredients and quick cooking methods, making it a popular choice for weeknight dinners or romantic meals. Variations exist globally, often featuring different herbs or spices, but the core of garlic and butter remains beloved.

DanishDKmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound shrimp
4 cloves garlic
1 stick unsalted butter
2-3 tablespoons avocado oil
dry parsley
onion powder
garlic powder
paprika
ground black pepper
lemon pepper
Italian seasoning
salt

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is lower in calories, while canned tuna is more affordable.

1

Drizzle avocado oil over shrimp and mix with hands.

2

Preheat skillet and add 2-3 tablespoons of avocado oil.

3

Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute per side until golden brown and tails are pink.

4

Remove cooked shrimp and set aside.

5

In the same skillet, add 1 stick of unsalted butter and melt it.

6

Add minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for about 30 seconds.

7

Stir in dry parsley and mix well.

8

Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss with the garlic butter sauce.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishmilk

Also Known As

Garlic Butter ShrimpShrimp Scampi

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