Quick N Easy Mediterranean Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Quick N Easy Mediterranean Garlic Shrimp Recipe 

Quick and Easy Mediterranean-style shrimp meal! Garlic shrimp prepared in a light white wine and olive oil sauce with shallots, bell peppers, and tomatoes. So much flavor! Serve with rice, pasta, or your favorite grain.

This is quite simple to prepare; the only thing to watch out for is not overcooking the shrimp. I have a couple of tips for you…Mediterranean shrimp recipe with bell peppers

Simple shrimp recipe coated in Mediterranean spices and skillet-cooked in a light white wine and olive oil sauce with shallots, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Ready in 25 minutes or less!

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

 Servings: 4 people 

Ingredients for Quick N Easy Mediterranean Garlic Shrimp Recipe 

• 1 ¼ lb large shrimp or prawns, peeled and deveined (if frozen, be sure to thaw first)
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 to 2 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika
• ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne
• ¼ teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter I prefer to use ghee clarified butter
• 3 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 shallots, thinly sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• ½ green bell pepper and ½ yellow bell pepper, cored and sliced
• 1 cup canned diced tomato
• ⅓ cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon dry white wine
• 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ⅓ cup chopped parsley leaves

Instructions for Quick N Easy Mediterranean Garlic Shrimp Recipe 

1. Pat the shrimp dry and set them in a big bowl.
2. Combine the flour, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, coriander, cayenne, and sugar. Toss until the shrimp is thoroughly coated.
3. In a large cast iron skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Combine the shallots and garlic.
4. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until aromatic (do not burn the garlic).
5. Add the bell peppers and cook for another 4 minutes, tossing occasionally.
6. Now, add the shrimp. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then add the diced tomatoes, broth, white wine, and lemon juice.
7. Cook for a few more minutes, or until the shrimp is brilliant orange.
8. Finally, add the chopped fresh parsley and serve.

NOTES:

• Shrimp cook quickly, so keep your eyes on the skillet.
• Shrimp are ready when their color shifts from grey to orange, with vivid red tails.
• When one side begins to turn pink, you know you’re almost there.
• Use your wooden spoon to quickly toss the shrimp so that it turns color on the opposite side.
• Remember that your skillet is still hot, even if you have switched off the heat.
• Shrimp will continue to cook for a little longer.
• Serve with plain orzo, couscous, or a favorite grain.

Nutritional Info:

Calories: 284.4kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.9g | Protein: 30.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Cholesterol: 357.6mg | Sodium: 1258.1mg | Potassium: 336mg | Fiber: 1.8g | Vitamin A: 155.1IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 247.7mg | Iron: 4.2mg