Description
This Cowboy Butter Shrimp features juicy shrimp seared to perfection in a rich, garlicky butter sauce with a hint of heat and fresh lemon. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Butterfly the shrimp by carefully slicing down the back, making a deeper pocket for better seasoning. Place the shrimp in a bowl and toss with oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add the oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, red chili flakes, and paprika. Sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Finish the Sauce: Lower the heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons butter and Dijon mustard until melted. Gradually add the remaining butter, stirring until smooth.
- Combine: Mix in the parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Toss the shrimp in the sauce, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave, adding a splash of water or broth to refresh the sauce if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 266 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 688 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 144 mg