Easy Shrimp Mozambique
Transport your taste buds to southern Europe with this Easy Shrimp Mozambique, a mouthwatering dish bursting with bold, zesty flavors. This one-pan recipe combines succulent shrimp with a vibrant saffron-infused sauce featuring smoky paprika, garlic, and a hint of crushed red pepper for a subtle kick. Simmered with dry white wine and chicken stock, the rich yet light sauce is perfectly balanced by fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for a refreshing finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and flavorful Portuguese-inspired dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping centerpiece for entertaining. Serve it over fluffy rice or with crusty bread to mop up every last drop of the savory, aromatic sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
- 0.25 tsp saffron threads
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and starts to bubble slightly.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the white wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the liquid to reduce slightly.
Add the chicken stock and saffron threads to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot over rice or with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.7 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 930 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 978 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 117.9 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1609 mg | 34% | |
*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.
