Spicy Skillet Shrimp Recipe

Name: Spicy Skillet Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil; 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup); 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup); 4 garlic cloves, minced; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; One 28ounce can diced tomatoes, with their juices; One 6ounce can tomato sauce, homemade or storebought (about 3/4 cup); 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Finely grated zest of 1 large lemon (about 2 tablespoons); 2 1/2 pounds large shrimp (18 to 20 count), peeled and deveined; 1 cup tender fresh garden peas or thawed frozen peas (optional); Steamed longgrain white rice (optional), for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil
1 large sweet onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
4 garlic cloves, minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
One 28ounce can diced tomatoes, with their juices
One 6ounce can tomato sauce, homemade or storebought (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Finely grated zest of 1 large lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
2 1/2 pounds large shrimp (18 to 20 count), peeled and deveined
1 cup tender fresh garden peas or thawed frozen peas (optional)
Steamed longgrain white rice (optional), for serving

1
Heat the oil in a large skillet over mediumhigh heat.
2
Add the onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the jalapenos and garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute longer.
4
Season the vegetables with salt and pepper.
5
Add the tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest to the skillet and stir well to combine.
6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook until the mixture has thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
7
Place the shrimp on top of the tomato mixture and cook until opaque and pink in color, about 8 minutes longer.
8
If you like, stir in the peas and serve over a bed of rice.

567

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil, 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup), 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup), 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Skillet 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!

Spicy Skillet Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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