Sun Dried Tomato Spiced Shrimp
Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, Sun Dried Tomato Spiced Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining. Tender, juicy shrimp are sautéed in a rich blend of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant spices like paprika and smoked paprika, then brightened with a zesty squeeze of fresh lemon juice. A hint of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while fresh parsley brings a vibrant finish. This 20-minute recipe is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as an elegant appetizer or pair it with pasta, rice, or a crisp salad for a satisfying main course. Ideal for seafood lovers, this dish highlights the perfect balance of savory, smoky, and tangy flavors, making it a standout on any dining table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 0.33 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
1. Rinse the raw shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
2. Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the oil from the jar for cooking.
3. In a large skillet, heat the reserved sun-dried tomato oil and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for another 1 minute to bring out the flavors.
6. Add the shrimp to the skillet in an even layer. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip the shrimp.
7. Drizzle the shrimp with lemon juice and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
8. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shrimp with fresh parsley for garnish.
9. Serve immediately as is, or pair with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 115.8 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 3757 mg | 80% | |
*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.
