Tiger Shrimp with Garlic Butter

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Tiger Shrimp are succulent with amazing garlic and butter flavors. Enjoy it as an appetizer or toss it with your favorite pasta and some steamed broccoli for a complete meal! We’ll share with you some tips on how to cook tiger shrimp so it’s tender, plump, and juicy.

The flavors of garlic butter and shrimp pair beautifully together and it’s a dish that’s ready to enjoy in minutes! 

This Tiger Shrimp is succulent with amazing garlic and butter flavors. Enjoy it as an appetizer or toss it with your favorite pasta and some steamed broccoli for a complete meal! We’ll share with you some tips on how to cook tiger shrimp so it’s tender, plump, and juicy.
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Why is it Called Tiger Shrimp?

Tiger shrimp gets its name from the stripes that cover the shells. They were originally found in the Indo-West Pacific Ocean and are also known to be in other waters including the Gulf of Mexico. 

Difference Between Tiger Shrimp and Regular Shrimp

The main difference is the size. Tiger shrimp are much larger and usually have bluish-gray or black stripes when raw. When cooked, the shells of tiger shrimp turn red and the meat is a combination of white and red.

This Tiger Shrimp is succulent with amazing garlic and butter flavors. Enjoy it as an appetizer or toss it with your favorite pasta and some steamed broccoli for a complete meal! We’ll share with you some tips on how to cook tiger shrimp so it’s tender, plump, and juicy.

Does Tiger Shrimp Taste Like Lobster?

Yes, the flavor of black tiger shrimp is strong, sweet, and firm. It has been compared to the flavor and texture of lobster. 

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • tiger shrimp 
  • olive oil
  • butter
  • garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chicken broth
  • lemon juice
  • chopped parsley

How to Cook Tiger Shrimp

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large frying pan or skillet. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds – 1 minute until fragrant. 
  2. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper to taste and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side until it just begins to turn pink. Flip the shrimp to the other side. 
  3. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer for about 1-2 minutes until the broth reduces by half and the shrimp is cooked through. The shrimp cooks very fast, so don’t let it cook for too long. 
  4. Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice and parsley and immediately remove the pan from the heat.
This Tiger Shrimp is succulent with amazing garlic and butter flavors. Enjoy it as an appetizer or toss it with your favorite pasta and some steamed broccoli for a complete meal! We’ll share with you some tips on how to cook tiger shrimp so it’s tender, plump, and juicy.

Tips for Cooking Tiger Shrimp

  • Tiger shrimp cooks quickly so it’s a good idea to have all of your ingredients ready to use. Shrimp that is overcooked will be dry and rubbery. 
  • Use a combination of butter and oil to cook the shrimp because butter can easily burn. If you prefer to only use butter, keep an eye on it to ensure it doesn’t burn. 

What to Serve with Tiger Shrimp

You can choose a healthy vegetable side like green beans or asparagus. You, of course, can opt for something on the cooler side, such as a fresh salad but steer clear of anything that will take away from the rich taste of the shrimp.

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This Tiger Shrimp is succulent with amazing garlic and butter flavors. Enjoy it as an appetizer or toss it with your favorite pasta and some steamed broccoli for a complete meal! We’ll share with you some tips on how to cook tiger shrimp so it’s tender, plump, and juicy.
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Easy Tiger Shrimp Recipe with Garlic and Butter Recipe

By: Izzy
This Tiger Shrimp is succulent with amazing garlic and butter flavors. Enjoy it as an appetizer or toss it with your favorite pasta and some steamed broccoli for a complete meal! We’ll share with you some tips on how to cook tiger shrimp so it’s tender, plump, and juicy.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 7 minutes
Total: 12 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

  • 1 ½ pounds tiger shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • salt and pepper , to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large frying pan or skillet. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds – 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper to taste and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side until it just begins to turn pink. Flip the shrimp to the other side.
  • Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer for about 1-2 minutes until the broth reduces by half and the shrimp is cooked through. The shrimp cooks very fast, so don’t let it cook for too long.
  • Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice and parsley and immediately remove the pan from the heat.
  • Serve over rice or pasta with steamed veggies and garlic bread.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.

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I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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  1. I love to cook great simple recipes…. Shrimp, lobster, steak, turkey, lamb and chicken, I work a lot and don’t have time to slave over a stove.. Thanks for any help.