Peel and Eat Hot Pepper Shrimp
Dive into the bold, zesty flavors of Peel and Eat Hot Pepper Shrimp—a crowd-pleasing recipe that brings the heat to your dinner table. Succulent shell-on shrimp are sautéed in a luscious blend of butter and olive oil, infused with garlic, red pepper flakes, paprika, and a kick of cayenne for the ultimate spicy bite. Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish, while a sprinkle of parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe lets you savor the joys of peeling and eating shrimp with your hands, making it a fun and interactive meal. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, spicy butter sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a light main course, this dish is a must-try for seafood lovers craving a fiery comfort food experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Large shrimp (shell on, deveined)
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 pieces Fresh chili peppers (sliced, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 piece Lemon (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 loaf Crusty bread (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Keep the shells on for extra flavor during cooking.
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbly.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Stir in the red pepper flakes, sliced chili peppers (if using), paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shells turn pink and the shrimp are opaque inside. Avoid overcooking.
Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and stir to coat them evenly in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve the shrimp hot with crusty bread to soak up the spicy butter sauce. Encourage diners to peel and eat with their hands for a fun and flavorful experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.9 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.7 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1850 mg | 617% | |
| Sodium | 6490 mg | 282% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.6 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 255.9 g | 512% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3074 mg | 65% | |
*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.
