Description
Butter poached shrimp is a quick and luxurious dish where tender shrimp are gently cooked in melted butter, resulting in succulent texture and rich flavor. It’s perfect as an elegant appetizer or simple main course.
Ingredients
- 14 ounces salted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 pound large shrimp (16/20 count), peeled, deveined, tail-on, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Place a medium saucepan over low heat and add the butter. Let it melt slowly without boiling or browning.
- Once melted, gently add the shrimp, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cook in batches if needed.
- Poach the shrimp for 3 to 5 minutes, turning once, until opaque and just cooked through.
- Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and transfer to a serving bowl.
- Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add crushed garlic, chili flakes, or lemon juice for extra flavor.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or dill can be infused into the butter while melting.
- Serve with rice, pasta, vegetables, or warm crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Use unsalted butter if preferred, adjusting salt to taste.
- Do not let the butter boil to avoid overcooking the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound shrimp
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
