Brown Butter Rosemary Shrimp Skewers Recipe
Brown Butter Rosemary Shrimp Skewers are an elegant, flavorful appetizer featuring large shrimp marinated and cooked with fragrant fresh rosemary and rich, nutty brown butter. Perfect for grilling or stovetop cooking, these skewers offer a delicious combination of aromatic herbs and buttery goodness that elevate simple shrimp into a gourmet treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Shrimp and Skewers
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6-8 stems fresh rosemary, about 6-8 inches long
Butter Mixture
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 stick salted butter (4 ounces)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the peeled and deveined large shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This ensures the shrimp will crisp nicely and absorb the flavors of the rosemary and brown butter.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the shrimp onto the rosemary stems, piercing through the shrimp so that the rosemary acts as skewers. This not only holds the shrimp together but infuses them with a subtle rosemary aroma when cooked.
- Brown the Butter: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the stick of salted butter. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma—about 4 to 6 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
- Add Chopped Rosemary: Stir in the tablespoon of finely chopped fresh rosemary into the browned butter to release its fragrance into the butter.
- Cook the Shrimp Skewers: Place the rosemary shrimp skewers into the browned butter in the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp are opaque and firm, basting occasionally with the brown butter mixture for maximum flavor.
- Serve: Remove the shrimp skewers from the pan and plate immediately. Drizzle any leftover browned rosemary butter from the pan over the shrimp for extra richness and garnish with additional fresh rosemary if desired.
Notes
- You can use metal or wooden skewers soaked in water if fresh rosemary stems are not available.
- Do not overcook shrimp as they can become tough; they cook quickly and are done when pink and firm.
- For a stronger rosemary flavor, marinate shrimp briefly in chopped rosemary and olive oil before cooking.
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping in the brown butter sauce or alongside a fresh green salad.
