Forget takeout. Whip up finger-licking East-meets-West shrimp in butter, garlic & coriander. Easy cooking, big flavours, happy faces!
📍 About This Recipe
While I was in China, my friends asked me to cook something new for them, so I whipped up this dish. They were really impressed.
This recipe, despite its simplicity, packs a punch of amazing flavours. It’s become a real favourite in my kitchen.
The star of this dish is the coriander garlic butter sauce, which adds a burst of flavour to the shrimp.
Coriander, also known as cilantro, is a herb widely used in various cuisines worldwide for its fresh and citrusy flavour. Combined with minced garlic and melted butter, it creates a heavenly sauce that elevates the shrimp to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Try it now and experience the best of both worlds!
🍳 Ingredients
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp
Start by preparing the fresh shrimp. Peel and devein them, leaving the tails intact for presentation. If desired, you can remove the tails for easier eating.
Step 2: Fry the garlic
Fry the garlic in a blend of oil and butter until it turns a light golden colour.
Step 3: Cook the shrimp
Add the shrimp to the pan, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and fry until the shrimp turn a beautiful pink colour.
Step 4: Add coriander and serve
Remove the pan from the heat, gently stir in the fresh coriander, and get ready to serve this delightful dish!
🔎 FAQs
A: Yes, you can adjust the seasoning of coriander garlic butter shrimp to suit your taste preferences. Add more or less salt and pepper according to your liking.
A: While it may be convenient to use frozen peeled shrimp, it is recommended to use whole, unpeeled shrimp (frozen or fresh) for the best flavour. Unpeeled shrimp have more flavour intact and don’t lose any during the factory process, resulting in a more delicious dish.
A: This dish can be served with rice, as a topping for noodle soup, or as a flavorful filling for sandwiches. The versatility of this dish allows for creative serving options to suit your taste preferences and meal ideas.
This dish is perfect for a quick, easy weeknight dinner or special occasion meal. So why wait? Head to your kitchen and give this amazing recipe a try. Your taste buds will thank you!
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Ingredients
- 500 g shrimp (medium to large)
- 8 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup chopped coriander
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Peel,cut and devein shrimp, leaving the tails intact for presentation.
- Fry the garlic: Heat the oil and butter over medium heat in a saucepan and add garlic until it is lightly golden.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pan, season with a little salt and pepper and fry till the shrimp are fully pink (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add coriander and serve: Turn off the heat, stir in the coriander and serve.
Recipe Notes:
- Leaving the tails intact for presentation. If desired, you can remove the tails for easier eating.
- It is recommended to use whole, unpeeled shrimp (frozen or fresh) for the best flavour.
Nutrition Information:
Absolutely delicious! Added a little smoked paprika ( I love 🔥)
Delicious ..
These look amazing! I’ll have to try them for my next seafood night!