Moroccan Sizzling Shrimp
Ignite your taste buds with Moroccan Sizzling Shrimp, a quick and flavor-packed dish that brings the bold spices of North Africa straight to your table. Succulent, tender shrimp are seared to perfection in a fragrant combination of olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and a hint of cayenne pepper for a smoky, spicy kick. Brightened with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and garnished with vibrant chopped cilantro, this one-pan wonder is ready in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve this dish sizzling hot with lemon wedges on the side, or pair it with fluffy couscous or warm flatbread for a complete Moroccan-inspired meal. Whether as a zesty appetizer or a centerpiece, this recipe is a tantalizing feast for both the eyes and the palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the spice blend.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle the spice blend evenly over the shrimp. Stir to coat.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp.
Garnish the sizzling shrimp with fresh chopped cilantro.
Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy as an appetizer or pair with rice or couscous for a main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1694 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 111.2 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1550 mg | 33% | |
*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.
