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Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp

Delicious Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp for Quick Dinners

This Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp recipe is quick, healthy, and gluten-free, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh parsley use flat-leaf for best aroma
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, fresh recommended
  • 1 medium Fresno pepper adds heat, substitute with jalapeño if desired
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano for depth of flavor
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil high-quality recommended
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar can substitute with balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt to enhance all flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper for additional flavor
Shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon honey use mild honey like clover
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can be used as substitute

Equipment

  • grill pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely chop fresh parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper, then combine with dried oregano, salt, and ground pepper in a bowl. Gradually stir in olive oil and red wine vinegar.
  2. Cover the chimichurri sauce and let it sit for at least 1 hour.
  3. Peel and devein jumbo shrimp, then toss with olive oil, minced garlic, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill pan over high heat until hot. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving dish and spoon chimichurri sauce generously over them.
  6. Serve additional chimichurri in a ramekin on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chimichurri to sit for a few hours or overnight for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for freshness.

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