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Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp

Zesty Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp for Vibrant Dinner Bliss

A vibrant Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp recipe that brings fresh herb flavors and is perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chimichurri Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Fresno Pepper Finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil High quality
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 to taste Salt Adjust as needed
  • 1 to taste Pepper Adjust as needed
Shrimp Ingredients
  • 1 pound Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For marinating
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or agave nectar
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 to taste Salt Adjust as needed
  • 1 to taste Pepper Adjust as needed

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Chimichurri Sauce Preparation
  1. Finely chop parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper, then combine in a bowl with oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add olive oil and red wine vinegar, stirring until well combined. Set aside for 1 hour.
Shrimp Preparation
  1. In a bowl, coat shrimp with olive oil, add garlic, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 20 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over high heat. Arrange marinated shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  2. Remove from skillet and place on a serving platter. Pour the chimichurri sauce over the shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Avoid using a food processor for the chimichurri to maintain its rustic texture. Let the chimichurri rest for enhanced flavor.

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