Indulge in a delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp Melt Sandwich. Perfect blend of flavors for a satisfying meal. Try this recipe for ultimate taste!
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
4 slices of rustic bread
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Juice of half a lemon
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp – Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Create the Garlic Butter – In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp – Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes until pink and opaque. Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp.
Step 4: Assemble the Sandwiches – Preheat a griddle. Layer garlic shrimp on two slices of bread and top with mozzarella cheese before adding the remaining bread slices.
Step 5: Grill the Sandwiches – Butter the outer sides of the sandwich and grill for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy – Slice sandwiches in half, sprinkle with parsley, and serve warm with a side salad or fries.
Notes
The Garlic Butter Shrimp Melt Sandwich combines savory shrimp and rich garlic butter for a quick and delectable meal that’s sure to impress.