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Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp

Savor the Flavor: Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp Delight

Experience the vibrant Argentinian Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp with zesty flavors and fresh herbs.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh parsley freshly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 medium Fresno pepper finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for marination

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop the parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper and mix with oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl to prepare chimichurri sauce.
  2. Stir in extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar, then let the chimichurri sauce sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  3. Mix shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat skillet over high heat until hot enough to sear the shrimp.
  5. Sear the marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  6. Transfer shrimp to a serving dish, drizzle with chimichurri sauce, toss gently, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve over rice, in tacos, or with crusty bread. Leftover chimichurri can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.

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