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Garlic Butter Halabos na Hipon Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of shrimp, cleaned and deveined
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 6 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup of chopped parsley

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
4. Cook the shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp.
6. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 240
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 19g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Margarine can be used instead of butter.
- Chopped cilantro can be used instead of parsley.

Variations:
- Add lemon juice for a tangy flavor.
- Add chopped onions for extra flavor.
- Use scallops instead of shrimp.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to not overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough and rubbery.
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- Serve with rice or bread to soak up the garlic butter sauce.

Storage instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve on a platter with a sprinkle of chopped parsley on top.

Garnishes:
Chopped parsley or cilantro.

Pairings:
Serve with rice or bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Garlic roasted vegetables
- Caesar salad
- Grilled corn on the cob

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the shrimp is too salty, add a squeeze of lemon juice to balance out the flavors.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to clean and devein the shrimp properly before cooking.
- Cook the shrimp until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Food history:
Halabos na Hipon is a Filipino dish that is typically made by cooking shrimp in water with salt and pepper. This version adds garlic butter for extra flavor.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, buttery, garlicky, slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve hot as a main dish.

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Region: Philippine

Taste: Savory, Garlicky, Buttery, Spicy, Tangy