Spanish Shrimp Recipe

Name: Spanish Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons shallots, minced; 3/4 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon hot paprika; 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined,shells left intact; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the grill over high heat.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, shallots, cumin, paprika, about 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
3
Add the shrimp and stir to coat the shrimp thoroughly.
4
Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
5
Using a small grate grill rack, grill the shrimp for about 1-2 minutes per side or until pink and just cooked through.
6
(If you don't have a small grill rack you can also thread the shrimp on skewers to prevent them from falling through your rack.) Remove from the grill and garnish with cilantro and parsley.
7
Squeeze lemon juice over the top of the shrimp and serve.

315

kcal

Calories

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 teaspoons shallots, minced, 3/4 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Spanish 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spanish Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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