Garlic Butter Shrimp & Corn Skillet Recipe
This Garlic Butter Shrimp & Corn Skillet is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp sautéed in garlic butter with sweet corn kernels. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients to create a rich and satisfying meal served over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Corn
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Garnish and Flavor
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: If shrimp are not already peeled and deveined, do so and pat them dry with paper towels. Prepare the corn kernels by cutting fresh corn off the cob or thawing frozen corn.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Corn: In the same skillet, add the corn kernels and sauté for 3-4 minutes until heated through and slightly caramelized. Return cooked shrimp to the skillet.
- Combine and Finish: Optionally squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and corn mixture and stir to combine. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve: Serve warm as is for a light meal, or over rice or pasta for a more filling dish.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen corn based on availability, adjusting thawing time as necessary.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red chili flakes when sautéing garlic.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
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