Description
Shrimp Butter is a rich, flavorful spread that combines the delicious taste of shrimp with the smooth, creamy texture of butter. Perfect as a topping for seafood dishes, spread on bread, or mixed into pasta, this shrimp butter brings an incredible depth of flavor to any meal. Quick and easy to make, it’s a must-try for seafood lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb (8 oz) cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Shrimp:
- Chop the cooked shrimp into small pieces, but not too finely. You want to keep a little texture for the butter.
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Sauté the Garlic:
- In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.
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Combine with Butter:
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter with the sautéed garlic and olive oil. Stir to combine.
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Add Shrimp and Seasonings:
- Add the chopped shrimp to the butter mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
- Add the lemon juice, fresh parsley, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
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Chill (Optional):
- For best results, transfer the shrimp butter to a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper, form it into a log shape, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the butter. You can also serve it immediately if desired.
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Serve:
- Serve the shrimp butter with grilled bread, crackers, seafood dishes, or pasta. It can also be melted over fish or shrimp to add extra flavor.
Notes
- Storage: Store any leftover shrimp butter in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For longer storage, wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Variation: Try adding a bit of cayenne pepper for heat or fresh lemon zest for a more citrusy flavor.
- Tip: This shrimp butter can also be used as a sauce for pasta or a topping for grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg