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Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp Recipe

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This Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp recipe features jumbo shrimp marinated and cooked to perfection, then tossed in a fresh, vibrant chimichurri sauce made from parsley, garlic, oregano, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Perfect for a quick, flavorful meal served with rice, tacos, or grilled bread.

Ingredients

Chimichurri Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Parsley, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic, finely minced
  • 1 Fresno pepper, seeded, finely minced
  • 1 tsp Oregano, dried
  • 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Fresh ground pepper

Shrimp

  • 1 lb Shrimp, jumbo, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp Honey, mild in flavor, like Clover
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Fresh ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chimichurri Sauce: Using a sharp knife, finely chop the parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper. Avoid using a food processor to maintain texture. Place the chopped ingredients in a medium bowl, add dried oregano, salt, and fresh ground pepper. Pour in the olive oil and red wine vinegar, then stir well. Let the sauce stand for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Marinate Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20 minutes to marinate.
  3. Cook Shrimp: Heat a saucepan or grill pan over high heat until hot. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook each side for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn opaque and are cooked through.
  4. Combine and Serve: Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving dish. Spoon about 1/4 cup of chimichurri sauce over the shrimp and toss gently to coat. Pour remaining chimichurri sauce into a ramekin for serving alongside. Serve the shrimp in tacos, on rice, or with grilled bread.

Notes

  • Do not use a food processor for the chimichurri sauce to preserve texture and freshness.
  • Allow the chimichurri sauce to rest for at least 1 hour to deepen flavors.
  • Marinating the shrimp enhances the flavor and keeps them moist.
  • Cooking shrimp quickly over high heat prevents them from becoming rubbery.
  • Serve leftover chimichurri sauce as a dip or drizzle over vegetables or grilled meats.

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