Description
Sizzling chimichurri shrimp delight brings Argentina’s bold flavors to your plate with zesty herbs and succulent seafood. Grilled prawns glazed in fresh parsley, garlic, and olive oil promise a Mediterranean-inspired culinary journey you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Chimichurri Sauce Herbs:
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Chimichurri Sauce Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (118 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant chimichurri sauce by blending fresh parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Allow the mixture to rest and develop deep, harmonious flavors.
- Select a large skillet and warm olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers with potential. Season the raw shrimp with a delicate sprinkle of salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Carefully introduce the seasoned shrimp to the heated skillet, ensuring each piece has sufficient space. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, watching for a beautiful pink transformation and translucent appearance that signals perfect doneness.
- Transfer the perfectly sautéed shrimp to a serving vessel, then lavishly drape the prepared chimichurri sauce over them. Gently toss to ensure each succulent morsel is thoroughly coated with the herbaceous marinade.
- Elevate the presentation by garnishing with additional fresh parsley sprigs or zesty lime wedges. Serve the dish immediately alongside complementary accompaniments like fluffy rice, crisp salad, or rustic crusty bread to create a complete, tantalizing meal.
Notes
- Choose fresh, large shrimp for the best texture and flavor, ensuring they’re deveined and peeled before cooking.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the heat level, making the dish mild or spicy according to personal preference.
- Allow chimichurri sauce to sit for 15-30 minutes before using to develop deeper, more complex flavors.
- Swap shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for alternative protein options that work beautifully with the vibrant chimichurri sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg