Spicy Shrimp

Name: Spicy Shrimp
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon oregano; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne red pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 pound raw jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined); 4 garlic cloves (finely minced); 1 lime (juiced and zested); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped {or fresh parsley}); White or cilantro rice; Black beans; Freshly Chopped Red Onions; Diced tomatoes; Mango or regular salsa

This Spicy Shrimp recipe uses warm spices to create deep flavor in jumbo shrimp that is pan seared and creates a tender, juicy shrimp. It is a great appetizer served with a cool dipping sauce or atop a rice bowl with beans, salsa, diced vegetables and fresh cilantro. You will love this easy shrimp dish that can be on your table in under 20 minutes!

Prep10 min
Cook10 min
Total20 min
Makes4 servings
Calories206

Ingredients

4 servings

3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne red pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound raw jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
4 garlic cloves (finely minced)
1 lime (juiced and zested)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped {or fresh parsley})

For the Rice Bowl:

White or cilantro rice
Black beans
Freshly Chopped Red Onions
Diced tomatoes
Mango or regular salsa

Method

1
In a medium bowl mix tougher the paprika, oregano, chili powder, cayenne red pepper, crushed red pepper, salt and pepper and stir well. Set aside.
2
In a large bowl combine the shrimp, 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the spice mixture. Toss to coat the shrimp.
3
Heat a large skillet over medium hight heat. Add the 2 tablespoons olive oil and heat for 1 more minute then add the garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
4
Add in the shrimp and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Toss the shrimp in the lime juice and the chopped cilantro.
5
Serve the shrimp on its own or you can make a shrimp bowl with rice, black beans, red onion, diced tomatoes, mango salsa and the spicy shrimp. Store the shrimp in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

If you can get ahold of fresh shrimp that is always best but frozen will work. If you can get preferably peeled and deveined this is a great option for convenience. Larger shrimp (like jumbo or extra-large) are great for grilling or pan-searing and hold in the flavor of the spices in this recipe really well. There are a lot of great ways to make shrimp. If it is warm grilling is a nice way to add some flavor and get a nice crust on the shrimp. You can thread the shrimp on skewers to make it easier to handle them. Searing is a quick and easy way to make shrimp. Use a little oil in a hot skillet and cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side. Thread shrimp onto skewers for easy handling. You also could broil the shrimp on a baking sheet and broil for 2–3 minutes per side for quick, intense heat.