Jekyll Island Shrimp

Transport your taste buds to the coast with this irresistible Jekyll Island Shrimp recipe, a seafood lover's dream packed with bold flavors and vibrant simplicity. Succulent large shrimp are sautéed to tender perfection in a luscious garlic butter sauce kissed with fresh lemon zest, a touch of spicy red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika for a gentle kick. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley, this elegant yet easy dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the rich, zesty sauce, making this dish a true celebration of coastal cuisine. Ready in just 25 minutes, Jekyll Island Shrimp brings luxurious flavor with minimal effort—perfect for shrimp aficionados seeking a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 6 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 whole Lemon (zested and juiced)
• 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 loaf Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Stir in the red pepper flakes, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes on one side or until they start to turn pink. Flip and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes on the other side.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp warm with a drizzle of the buttery sauce from the skillet. Pair with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1277.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2634.5

Total Fat 114.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1514.8mg	0%
Sodium 4596.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 9.2g
Protein 201.1g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 474.8mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 2365.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 31.4%