Spiced Shrimp Recipe

Name: Spiced Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons firmly packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 pound large (21 to 24 per pound) shrimp, shelled, leaving tail and first shell section intact, and if desired deveined; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 pound large (21 to 24 per pound) shrimp, shelled, leaving tail and first shell section intact, and if desired deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
Accompaniment: lemon wedges

1
In a small bowl stir together all ingredients except shrimp and oil.
2
Arrange shrimp in one layer on a baking sheet and sprinkle with half of spice mixture.
3
Turn shrimp over and sprinkle with remaining mixture.
4
In a heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron) heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute half of shrimp until golden brown and cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side.
5
Saute remaining shrimp in remaining 1 tablespoon oil in same manner.
6
Serve shrimp with lemon wedges.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, 1 1/2 teaspoons firmly packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Spiced 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.

Spiced Shrimp

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