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Spicy Shrimp Delight

Spicy Shrimp Delight

Spice up your dinner with Spicy Shrimp Delight, a quick and flavorful recipe inspired by New Orleans. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 265
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g peeled and deveined white tiger shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or tabasco
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • ½ lemon juice of lemon
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Sharp knife for mincing garlic
  • Paper towels for drying shrimp

Method
 

  1. Clean the shrimp by peeling off the shells and removing the veins, then rinse under cold water and pat dry.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat, then add the sweet chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, oregano, sriracha, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
  3. Stir everything until it forms a fragrant, glossy sauce and let it simmer for 5–10 minutes.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat to cool slightly.
  5. Toss the shrimp in the skillet, ensuring they are generously coated with the sauce, cover and marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  6. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) about 15 minutes before baking.
  7. Uncover the skillet and bake the shrimp for 10–15 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce while simmering. Swap sweet chili sauce with more hot sauce for added heat, and use regular shrimp if tiger shrimp isn't available. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and gently reheat. Freezing is also an option for up to 3 months, but thaw in the fridge before reheating. Use fresh lemon juice for optimal flavor and avoid overcooking the shrimp to maintain tenderness.
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