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Hawaiian Style Garlic Shrimp

October 15, 2025

Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a flavorful, buttery dish that tastes just like the famous shrimp from Hawaii’s food trucks. Juicy, tender shrimp are cooked in a rich, garlicky butter sauce that’s packed with bold flavor in every bite. It’s simple to make yet tastes absolutely indulgent.

What makes this Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp so irresistible is its perfect balance of savory, buttery richness and punchy garlic flavor. Serve it with rice and lemon wedges for a true island-inspired meal that’s quick, delicious, and unforgettable.

Hawaiian Style Garlic Shrimp

Hawaiian Style Garlic Shrimp

Hawaiian Style Garlic Shrimp

Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a flavorful, buttery dish that tastes just like the famous shrimp from Hawaii’s food trucks. Juicy, tender shrimp are cooked in a rich, garlicky butter sauce that’s packed with bold flavor in every bite. It’s simple to make yet tastes absolutely indulgent.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup (slightly packed) minced fresh garlic (nearly 1 medium head)
  • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, diced into 1 Tbsp pieces
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Using papar towels, dab shrimp dry of excess moisture on both sides. Place in a bowl.
  2. Sprinkle with flour, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt and pepper as desired. Toss to evenly coat.Melt butter with olive oil in a large 12-inch non-stick skillet. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds until nicely fragrant (but not browning!).
  3. Add shrimp in an even layer in skillet. Cook on first side until pinkish color on bottom, about 2 minutes. Then flip and cook opposite side until just cooked through, about 2 minutes longer.
  4. Remove from heat, toss with lemon and garnish with parsley if using.
  5. Serve right away topped with extra garlic butter sauce from pan.
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