Description
This Colossal Shrimp in a Spicy Sauce recipe features succulent, large shrimp cooked in a fragrant and fiery garlic, smoked paprika, and hot sauce blend. Perfectly balanced with a splash of white wine and finished with fresh lemon juice and parsley, this dish delivers bold Mediterranean flavors and is ideal for a quick yet impressive main course.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds colossal shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
Sauce and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (like sriracha or your favorite brand)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Spices and Cook Shrimp: Stir in smoked paprika, then arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the skillet. Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque, indicating they are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Create the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the dry white wine (or chicken broth), tomato paste, and hot sauce. Stir thoroughly to combine while scraping up any browned bits from the pan’s bottom. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes to reduce and intensify flavors.
- Finish and Toss Shrimp: Stir in the lemon juice, then return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them well to coat in the vibrant spicy sauce. Cook for an additional 1 minute to heat the shrimp through and meld flavors.
- Season and Garnish: Taste the sauce and adjust salt and black pepper as needed. Sprinkle the dish with fresh chopped parsley before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread, rice, or pasta to soak up the delicious spicy sauce.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your preferred spice level, reducing it for milder heat or increasing it for a fiery kick.
- Ensure not to overcook shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
