Exquisite Spicy Garlic Shrimp with Herbs
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients:
12
Elevate your dining experience with these succulent shrimp, infused with a blend of fiery herbs and garlic. Each bite bursts with bold flavors and aromatic zestiness, creating a truly unforgettable dish.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| ¼ | cup olive oil |
| fresh cilantro | |
| fresh parsley | |
| zest of ½ a lemon | |
| juice of ½ a lemon | |
| ¼ | cup blanched almonds |
| 2 | garlic cloves |
| 2 | small red chiles, seeded and chopped |
| ½ | teaspoon cumin |
| ½ | teaspoon Kosher salt |
| 1 | pinch freshly ground black pepper |
| 1 | pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined |
Instructions
Preparation of Spicy Herb Mixture | |
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| 1. | In a food processor, combine ¼ cup of olive oil, fresh cilantro, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, blanched almonds, garlic, red chiles, cumin, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Pulse until the ingredients form a uniform mixture that is close to a paste consistency. If the mixture seems too dry, add a little more olive oil. |
Cooking the Shrimp | |
| 1. | In a large bowl, toss the uncooked shrimp with the spicy herb mixture. |
| 2. | In a medium saucepan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook until they turn just pink, which usually takes about 3-5 minutes. |
Serving Suggestions | |
| 1. | Serve the delectable shrimp over a bed of rice, tabbouleh, fresh greens, or any other accompaniments of your choice. |
Published on Aug 03, 2024 by Luminița