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Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp

Savor the Flavor of Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp Tonight

Enjoy the mouthwatering taste of Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp, a healthy and vibrant dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chimichurri Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley use vibrant, green leaves
  • 2-3 cloves garlic opt for fresh, not jarred
  • 1 medium Fresno pepper provides mild heat
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano for convenience
  • 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil forms base of chimichurri
  • 0.25 cup red wine vinegar can substitute with white wine vinegar
  • to taste salt adjust to taste
  • to taste pepper adjust to taste
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for marinating shrimp
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon honey mild like Clover is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika adds sweet, smoky flavor
  • to taste salt adjust to taste
  • to taste pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl

Method
 

Chimichurri Preparation
  1. Finely chop parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper. Combine with dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Pour in extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. Stir well and let sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
Shrimp Preparation
  1. Peel and devein shrimp. Toss shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over high heat for 2-3 minutes until hot.
  3. Cook shrimp in a single layer for 2-3 minutes on one side, flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Transfer cooked shrimp to a serving dish and spoon chimichurri sauce over shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate shrimp and serve with crusty bread or rice.

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