Red Chili Shrimp
Turn up the heat in your kitchen with this bold and flavorful Red Chili Shrimp recipe, an irresistible fusion of spice and citrusy brightness. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish features juicy, tender shrimp infused with the smoky warmth of paprika, fiery chili flakes, and the zing of fresh lime juice. Sautéed with aromatic garlic and finely chopped red chilies in a sizzling olive oil base, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a special weekend treat. Garnished with vibrant cilantro, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your home. Serve it over fluffy rice, quinoa, or a crisp salad for a truly satisfying meal! Keywords: Red Chili Shrimp recipe, spicy shrimp, quick and easy seafood recipes, garlic chili shrimp, shrimp dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 3 pieces Red chilies (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped red chilies to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the paprika, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the spices are well distributed.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip them over using tongs or a spatula.
Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Drizzle the lime juice over the cooked shrimp and toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with chopped cilantro.
Serve the Red Chili Shrimp immediately, alongside rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 482 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 399 mg | 8% | |
*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.
