Cast Iron Skillet Garlic Butter Shrimp
Plump shrimp are cooked in a sizzling cast iron skillet with an abundance of garlic and rich herb butter, creating a deeply flavorful dish that is ready in under 15 minutes. The high heat of the cast iron gives the shrimp a beautiful sear while keeping them juicy and tender inside.
Plump seared shrimp cooked in a rich garlic herb butter sauce in a blazing hot cast iron skillet.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
main
fat
aromatics
garnish
seasoning
Instructions
Dry and Season the Shrimp
Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes on both sides. Drying the shrimp is critical to achieving a proper sear rather than steaming them in the pan.
Heat the Skillet
Place a 12-inch cast iron skillet over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes until it is very hot. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat, then arrange the shrimp in a single layer, making sure they are not touching each other.
Sear the Shrimp
Cook the shrimp without moving them for 1 to 2 minutes until the underside is pink and slightly caramelized. Flip each shrimp individually and cook for another 1 minute on the second side until just cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once the butter is melted and foaming, add the garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant. Return the shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat in the garlic butter, and finish with fresh parsley before serving immediately.
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