Henny Butter Shrimp
A quick and delicious shrimp dish enveloped in a rich, buttery sauce with Hennessy that’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying after a long day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup Hennessy (or any good cognac)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Cooked rice or pasta for serving
Instructions
Sizzling Shrimp
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add half of the butter. Wait for it to melt and start bubbling, then toss in the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Once done, remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and reduce the heat to medium. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but not burnt.
- Carefully pour in the Hennessy and let it simmer for about 3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the flavors to mingle.
Finishing Touches
- Stir in the lemon juice and return the shrimp to the skillet. Toss everything together for a minute to coat the shrimp in that heavenly sauce.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve over rice or pasta.
Notes
You can use pre-peeled shrimp to save on prep time. Don’t rush the sauce; let it simmer to enhance the flavors. Customize with red pepper flakes for a bit of heat if desired.