Shrimp Diablo
Spice up your dinner table with Shrimp Diablo, a bold and fiery seafood dish that’s perfect for heat seekers and comfort food lovers alike. This recipe features succulent large shrimp simmered in a robust tomato-based sauce, infused with aromatic garlic, onion, and a tantalizing blend of red chili flakes, paprika, and cayenne pepper for a smoky, spicy kick. Balanced with hints of fresh basil and a touch of sugar for depth, this dish pairs beautifully with linguine or fluffy rice, making it a versatile meal for any occasion. Ready in just 40 minutes, Shrimp Diablo is a quick yet flavorful option that will impress family and guests. Serve it with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 0.5 cup Chicken or seafood stock
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 ounces Linguine or rice (optional, for serving)
- 1 Lemon wedges (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the red chili flakes, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken or seafood stock, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine, and let the sauce simmer over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until it thickens slightly.
While the sauce is simmering, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine or prepare rice according to package directions if serving with a starch. Drain and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Stir in the fresh basil and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the Shrimp Diablo hot over prepared linguine or rice. Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.0 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 1039 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1023 mg | 22% | |
*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.
