Shrimp Piri Piri Recipe

Name: Shrimp Piri Piri
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium serrano chiles; 4 medium cloves garlic; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1 1/2 pounds uncooked, deveined, and peeled shrimp, tails left on (about 40); Salt; 1/3 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves; Lime wedges, for serving; White rice, for serving

Servings: persons

3 medium serrano chiles
4 medium cloves garlic
1 tablespoon paprika
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1 1/2 pounds uncooked, deveined, and peeled shrimp, tails left on (about 40)
Salt
1/3 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges, for serving
White rice, for serving

1
Heat oven to 500 degrees F and arrange rack in upper third.
2
Place chiles on a baking sheet and roast until blackened and soft, about 10 to 15 minutes.
3
Trim chiles and remove seeds.
4
Combine chiles, garlic, paprika, lime juice, and vinegar in a blender and blend until smooth and combined, about 1 minute.
5
Add olive oil and blend until thoroughly incorporated and marinade thickens slightly.
6
Combine marinade and shrimp in a medium nonreactive bowl and toss to coat.
7
Let marinate 20 minutes to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
8
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
9
When heated, add half the shrimp and cook until white with a few brown spots, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.
10
Transfer to a serving plate and season with salt.
11
Repeat to cook off all shrimp.
12
Toss shrimp with cilantro and serve with lime wedges over rice.

485

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium serrano chiles, 4 medium cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Piri Piri 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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Shrimp Piri Piri

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Variations & substitutions

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