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Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp

Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp: A Quick, Zesty Seafood Treat

This Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp is a quick, healthy, gluten-free dish that captivates with its zesty flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 bunch Parsley Use vibrant green, crisp leaves
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best
  • 1 unit Fresno Pepper Substitute with jalapeño if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Ensure quality for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Provides acidity to balance flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper Essential for flavor
Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Jumbo, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Mild flavor like clover honey
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds subtle smokiness

Equipment

  • Grill pan

Method
 

Chimichurri Preparation
  1. Finely chop fresh parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper by hand. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped ingredients with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Gradually stir in extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar until well blended. Allow to sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
Shrimp Marination
  1. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Shrimp Cooking
  1. Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Once hot, arrange marinated shrimp in a single layer, sear for 2-3 minutes per side until plump and crispy.
Serving
  1. Transfer cooked shrimp onto a serving dish and spoon chimichurri sauce generously over them. Serve extra sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Hand-chop herbs for texture. Let chimichurri sit for enhanced flavor. Avoid overcrowding shrimp while cooking.

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