Tapas Shrimp in Green Mayo
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and crowd-pleasing **Tapas Shrimp in Green Mayo**, perfect for entertaining or indulging in a light yet flavorful appetizer. Succulent jumbo shrimp are seasoned with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then swiftly pan-seared to perfection, ensuring a crispy exterior with a tender, juicy bite. The real star of the dish is the creamy, herbaceous green mayo, made with fresh parsley, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic—its bright color and zesty flavor are the ultimate complement to the shrimp's smoky undertones. Finished with a garnish of chives and a hint of extra paprika, this stunning dish is ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for serving tapas-style with friends. Whether you're hosting a casual dinner party or exploring easy Spanish-inspired recipes, this pairing is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Raw jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail-on
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the shrimp using paper towels. Place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the shrimp in a single layer.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes or until they are pink, opaque, and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and transfer to a plate to cool slightly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, parsley, cilantro, lime juice, and minced garlic. Blend until the mixture is smooth and bright green.
Transfer the green mayo to a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding a pinch of salt or more lime juice, depending on preference.
Arrange the cooked shrimp on a serving platter or individual small plates. Serve the green mayo alongside as a dipping sauce.
Garnish with fresh chopped chives and, if desired, a sprinkle of smoked paprika for an extra pop of color.
Enjoy the tappas-style shrimp immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1183 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.0 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 469 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 1661 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*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.
