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What is 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp?
15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp is a fast and flavorful Filipino-style seafood dish made with shrimp sautéed in garlic, butter, and a simple savory sauce. True to its name, 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp comes together quickly, making it ideal for busy weekdays, last-minute ulam ideas, or quick family dinners that don’t sacrifice flavor.
Why Masarap?
Masarap ang 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp dahil sa combination ng rich butter at fragrant garlic na bumabalot sa juicy shrimp. The shrimp cooks quickly, staying tender and sweet, habang ang sauce ay sakto lang—hindi nakakaumay, pero punong-puno ng lasa. Simple ingredients, pero solid ang dating.
Best Enjoyed For
This dish is best enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a pang-handaan add-on when you need something quick but impressive.
Ingredients
- 500 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: calamansi juice or lemon juice
- Optional: chili flakes or sliced chili
- Parsley or spring onions, for garnish
How to Cook 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Pat the shrimp dry and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add butter and let it melt.
- Sauté garlic until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Add a squeeze of calamansi or lemon juice if using.
- Toss gently to coat the shrimp in the garlic butter sauce.
- Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking. Garnish before serving.
Serving Suggestions
15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp pairs well with plain steamed rice and light vegetable sides. It works especially well with refreshing dishes like Ensaladang Talong to balance the richness of the butter.
For seafood lovers, it also complements dishes such as Adobong Pusit when serving multiple ulam.
If you’re building a quick weekday spread, pair it with budget-friendly classics like Tortang Talong or Tokwa at Baboy for variety.
Storage Tips
- Best enjoyed fresh for tender shrimp.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate.
- Consume within 24 hours for best texture.
- Reheat gently on low heat; avoid microwaving too long to prevent rubbery shrimp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pwede bang gawing spicy?
Yes, add chili flakes or fresh sili while sautéing the garlic.
Pwede bang frozen shrimp ang gamitin?
Yes, just thaw completely and pat dry before cooking.
Anong butter ang best gamitin?
Unsalted butter works best so you can control the seasoning.
Pwede bang lagyan ng gulay?
Yes, spinach or asparagus can be added at the end.
Mas healthy ba ito kaysa prito?
Yes, it uses minimal oil and cooks quickly, preserving nutrients.
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Ava Manalo is a passionate home cook who loves exploring flavors, recreating comforting classics, and sharing easy-to-follow recipes that bring joy to every meal. As an author at Sarap Diaries, she focuses on Filipino dishes, merienda favorites, and simple cooking tips that make homemade food approachable and always delicious.
When she’s not developing recipes, Ava enjoys discovering new food spots, experimenting with global flavors, and turning everyday ingredients into heartwarming dishes for all kinds of occasions.
