Cilantro-Pumpkin Seed Shrimp Recipe

Name: Cilantro-Pumpkin Seed Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch cilantro (cut off large stems); ¼ cup raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds); ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese or ¼ cup queso Cotija cheese; 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on); ¼ cup white wine; 1 cup heavy cream; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
For sauce: Puree all ingredients in a blender to a pestolike consistency.
2
Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
3
Add shrimp and saute until opaque (about 2 minutes on each side).
4
Remove from pan and keep warm.
5
Deglaze pan with white wine and reduce over high heat for 1 minute.
6
Add heavy cream and reduce to a tomato-sauce-like consistency.
7
Stir in 2 to 3 tablespoons cilantropumpkin seed sauce and season with salt and pepper.
8
To serve, place shrimp on plates and drizzle with sauce.

1034

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

148

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch cilantro (cut off large stems), ¼ cup raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds), ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese or ¼ cup queso Cotija cheese, 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Cilantro-Pumpkin Seed Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cilantro-Pumpkin Seed Shrimp

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