Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 cups cooked white rice (or jasmine rice for extra flavor)
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Lemon wedges (for serving)
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add crushed red pepper flakes (if using) and lemon juice, then stir to combine.
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Divide the cooked rice into four portions. Use a small bowl or round mold to press the rice into a compact stack. Place each stack on a serving plate.
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Top each rice stack with shrimp and spoon the garlic butter sauce over the shrimp.
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Sprinkle chopped parsley over the stacks and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
# Notes:
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For a low-carb version, substitute rice with cauliflower rice.
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Add more crushed red pepper or hot sauce for extra heat.
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You can use chicken or scallops instead of shrimp.
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Add sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and color.