Exquisite Skillet Shrimp with Tomato Confit
Savor the exquisite flavors of this succulent dish, featuring plump shrimp sautéed to perfection in a luscious tomato confit. Infused with aromatic garlic, zesty red pepper flakes, and a burst of fresh lemon juice, this dish is a true culinary delight.
Ingredients
| 1 | tablespoon olive oil |
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| 2 | teaspoons olive oil |
| 1 ½ | lbs medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed |
| coarse salt to taste | |
| freshly ground pepper to taste | |
| 3 | garlic cloves, thinly sliced |
| ⅛ | teaspoon dried red pepper flakes |
| 6 | plum tomatoes, cored, halved lengthwise and sliced ½-inch thick |
| 2 | tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped |
| 2 | tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
Instructions
| 1. | Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat, ensuring the pan is evenly coated. |
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| 2. | Season the medium shrimp with a pinch of coarse salt and freshly ground pepper. |
| 3. | Add half of the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn opaque and are cooked through. |
| 4. | Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil and shrimp. |
| 5. | Reduce the heat to medium, then add thinly sliced garlic and a hint of dried red pepper flakes. Stir in the sliced plum tomatoes and cook for 4-6 minutes until they start to break down. |
| 6. | Season the mixture with a sprinkle of salt and return the cooked shrimp along with any accumulated juices to the skillet. Add chopped fresh parsley and fresh lemon juice, tossing everything together until well coated. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 253.1 kcal |
| Protein | 35.7 g |
| Fat | 8.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6.7 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g |
| Sugar | 2.7 g |
Published on Aug 06, 2024 by Luminița