Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Whether you make it with the shells on or off, Chef John's Hawaiian garlic shrimp scampi is a garlic and shrimp lover's dream!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 294 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 head garlic
• 2 tablespoons rice flour
• 1 pound frozen large deveined, shell-on shrimp, thawed
• 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Separate garlic cloves into a bowl and place another bowl on top. Shake until all of the peels are knocked off the cloves, about 30 seconds, being careful not to shake too hard. Chop peeled cloves into relatively small pieces.

Step 2

Melt butter in a saute pan over medium heat and add chopped garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the garlic and butter into a small bowl and reserve.

Step 3

Pat thawed shrimp dry with paper towels and add to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Combine rice flour, paprika, cayenne, and salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the shrimp and use a large spoon or spatula to toss until completely coated.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add some shrimp in a single layer and cook until browned and just barely cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add some garlic butter and cook for another 30 seconds. Repeat with remaining shrimp and garlic butter. Serve immediately.