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A plate of Buttery Creole Shrimp.
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Buttery Creole Shrimp

Tender shrimp lathered in butter, garlic, and the perfect amount of creole seasoning and other spices to create the perfect appetizer or light dinner.
Course Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 348kcal
Author Brandie Skibinski

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon creole seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon fresh finely chopped rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into Tablespoons (divided use)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ pounds colossal shrimp, peeled and tail on (you can devein the shrimp if you prefer)
  • ¼ cup lager beer (or chicken stock, seafood stock, vegetable stock)
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • zest of half a lemon

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, add 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon creole seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon fresh finely chopped rosemaryrosemary 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika. Stir together to combine well. Set aside.
    mixture of spices and herbs shown in a small white bowl.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add 3 Tablespoons butter and allow it to melt.
    melted butter in a skillet.
  • Once melted, add in 4 cloves garlic, minced and saute for about 30 seconds (or until fragrant).
    freshly minced garlic added to melted butter in a skillet.
  • Add 1 1/2 pounds colossal shrimp, peeled and tail on to the skillet. Sprinkle on the spice mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    large shrimp added to skillet with spice mixture sprinkled on top.
  • Pour 1/4 cup lager beer into the skillet and deglaze the pan. You just want to gently scrape the bottom of the pan in case there are any browned bits that have gotten stuck (this adds flavor to the food). Allow the beer to cook down for about a minute.
    beer being poured over shrimp in skillet.
  • Next, add in 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest of half a lemon and stir to combine. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
    lemon zest and lemon juice added to shrimp in skillet.
  • Finally, add the remaining 5 Tablespoons butter in two batches, stirring it in while it melts. This will help form a slightly creamy sauce.
    butter added to skillet with cooked shrimp.
  • Once all the butter has melted and the shrimp are fully cooked, it is ready to serve and enjoy!
    A pile of Buttery Creole Shrimp on a platter.

Notes

  • Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.

Nutrition

Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 25g | Sodium: 1.078mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
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