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Grilled Shrimp with Lemon Butter and Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup of white wine
- 1/4 cup of chicken broth
- 1/4 cup of heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from the grill and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, the juice of 1 lemon, 1/4 cup of white wine, and 1/4 cup of chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For the garlic butter dipping sauce, melt an additional 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small saucepan. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the grilled shrimp with the lemon butter sauce drizzled on top and the garlic butter dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!
Grilled shrimp with lemon butter and garlic butter dipping sauce is a tantalizing dish that has its roots in coastal regions where fresh seafood is abundant. The succulent shrimp are marinated in a zesty lemon butter, then grilled to perfection, imparting a smoky flavor. The garlic butter dipping sauce adds a rich and savory element, elevating the dish to new heights. Renowned chefs, such as Emeril Lagasse and Bobby Flay, have popularized this dish, infusing their own unique twists. For the best version of this dish, head to coastal restaurants in Louisiana or the Carolinas, where the shrimp are sourced locally and prepared with expertise. The key to this dish lies in the freshness of the shrimp and the balance of flavors between the lemon butter and garlic butter dipping sauce. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course, this dish is a true celebration of coastal culinary excellence.
25 min
4
250 calories
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