Wicked Shrimp by Mean Chef
Unleash a fiery burst of flavor with "Wicked Shrimp by Mean Chef," a quick and tantalizing dish perfect for spice lovers. This bold recipe combines plump, juicy shrimp with a zesty blend of paprika, cayenne, and garlic, all infused with the bright tang of fresh lemon juice and a kick of hot sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate choice for those craving a fast, flavorful meal or appetizer. Garnished with fresh parsley, these shrimp are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Serve them over a bed of rice for a satisfying entree or alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the irresistible sauce. This wickedly easy recipe will become your go-to for spicy seafood perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat dry with paper towels, and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Stir in the paprika, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, and salt, mixing well to create a flavorful spice blend.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until they begin to turn pink.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through and opaque.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the fresh lemon juice and hot sauce. Simmer for 1 minute to coat the shrimp in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the fresh parsley over the shrimp for garnish.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or over rice for a main dish. Enjoy your wickedly delicious shrimp!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2980 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 111.0 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 377 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1524 mg | 32% | |
*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.
