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Shrimp in Garlic Sauce Recipe – Mexican Special
Shrimp in Garlic Sauce is a quick and easy seafood recipe that combines tender shrimp with a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce. Popular in Mediterranean and Asian fusion cooking, this garlic shrimp dish delivers bold flavor with minimal ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant starters, shrimp in garlic sauce pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time10 min
- Total Time20 min
Shrimp in Garlic Sauce Ingredients:
- 400–500 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 5–6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes, optional
- 2 tbsp white wine or stock
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chopped parsley or spring onions
Shrimp in Garlic Sauce Instructions:
Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat butter or oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned.
Add shrimp in a single layer and cook briefly.
Flip shrimp once they turn pink on one side.
Add white wine or stock and let it reduce slightly.
Finish with lemon juice and adjust seasoning.
Remove from heat and garnish with herbs.
Serve immediately while hot.
Recipe Notes:
Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for best texture.
Garlic should be fragrant, not browned, to avoid bitterness.
Cook shrimp just until pink to keep them juicy.
Butter gives richer flavor, olive oil keeps it lighter.
Lemon juice added at the end keeps the sauce fresh.
