Roasted Shrimp with Romesco Sauce Recipe

Name: Roasted Shrimp with Romesco Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 medium tomato; 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled; 2 slices crusty bread (about 2 ounces); 1/4 cup whole raw almonds; 1 (7.25-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained (about 1 cup); 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 1/2 pounds large uncooked shrimp (about 48), peeled and deveined; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 medium tomato
2 medium garlic cloves, peeled
2 slices crusty bread (about 2 ounces)
1/4 cup whole raw almonds
1 (7.25-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 1/2 pounds large uncooked shrimp (about 48), peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat the oven to 450 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle.
2
Arrange the tomato, garlic, bread, and almonds on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until the bread and almonds are lightly toasted, about 5 to 7 minutes.
3
Transfer the roasted ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse to coarsely chop.
4
(Wipe off the baking sheet with a paper towel and set it aside to cool.)
5
Add the roasted red peppers, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and paprika and pulse again until well combined and relatively smooth.
6
Transfer to a serving dish and set aside.
7
Combine the shrimp and oil in a large bowl, season with salt and pepper, and toss until evenly coated.
8
Place the shrimp on the cooled baking sheet in an even layer and roast until opaque and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
9
Serve the roasted shrimp with the sauce.

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 medium tomato, 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled, 2 slices crusty bread (about 2 ounces), 1/4 cup whole raw almonds, and more.

Yes, Roasted Shrimp with Romesco Sauce Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!