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Authentic Hawaiian Shrimp Truck Style Garlic Shrimp

Close-up of juicy Hawaiian garlic shrimp coated in a savory glaze and served over white rice in a bowl.
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Make the famous buttery, garlicky shrimp found at Hawaiian food trucks. This quick recipe delivers bold island flavor perfect for serving over rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 10 cloves garlic, minced fine
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp completely dry using paper towels. This helps them sear better.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned. You want to infuse the oil, not burn the garlic.
  4. Add the dried shrimp to the skillet in a single layer if possible. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the lemon juice and soy sauce. Stir well to combine everything.
  6. Stir in the oregano, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for 30 seconds more, allowing the sauce to coat the shrimp.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat immediately.
  8. Serve the **Hawaiian garlic shrimp** immediately over generous portions of hot white rice, making sure to spoon plenty of the **garlic butter shrimp** sauce over the rice.

Notes

  • To achieve the authentic truck flavor, use high-quality butter and fresh garlic.
  • If you like a slightly sweeter sauce, add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar to the butter mixture in step 3.
  • This dish is best eaten right away while the sauce is hot and liquid.

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