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Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp

Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp: A Flavor Fiesta Awaits

Delight in the vibrant flavors of Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp, a quick and healthy dinner option packed with fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 cup flat-leaf parsley finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 1 medium Fresno pepper or jalapeño if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil high-quality
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • to taste salt
  • to taste fresh ground pepper
Shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for marinating
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely chop parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper. Place in a mixing bowl with oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Pour olive oil and red wine vinegar into the herb mixture. Stir until combined and let rest for at least one hour.
  3. Mix shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, honey, and smoked paprika. Season and let marinate for about 20 minutes.
  4. Heat a skillet over high heat and sear shrimp in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque.
  5. Serve shrimp topped with chimichurri sauce and any leftover sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, chop herbs by hand and let chimichurri sit for several hours to deepen the flavors.

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