Chili Lemon Shrimp
Savor the zesty, spicy allure of Chili Lemon Shrimp, a quick and flavorful seafood recipe perfect for any occasion! This dish features tender, perfectly seared shrimp infused with bold garlic, smoky paprika, and a fiery kick of red chili flakes. Balanced by the refreshing zing of freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest, the flavors are tied together with a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-pan wonder is as simple as it is elegant, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer for guests. Garnished with vibrant parsley, Chili Lemon Shrimp shines when served alongside fluffy rice, crusty bread, or even on its own. It's a perfect fusion of heat and citrus that will leave your taste buds dancing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the shrimp using paper towels. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, paprika, salt, black pepper, and half of the lemon juice. Mix well to coat the shrimp evenly. Let it marinate for 5 minutes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly golden.
Flip the shrimp and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and drizzle the honey over the shrimp. Add the remaining lemon juice and lemon zest to the skillet. Toss everything gently to coat the shrimp in the sauce.
Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and opaque.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve hot, and enjoy your Chili Lemon Shrimp with rice, bread, or as a standalone dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 2133 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 121.3 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1448 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
