Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Begin by finely chopping a generous amount of fresh parsley, several cloves of garlic, and a Fresno pepper. Combine these ingredients in a bowl with dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground pepper.
- Incorporate extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar into your chimichurri mixture, stirring gently. Let this vibrant sauce stand at room temperature for at least one hour.
- While the chimichurri rests, take about one pound of peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp and place them in a separate bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, minced garlic, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a sauté pan over high heat until very hot. Carefully lay the marinated shrimp in a single layer in the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn opaque and develop a golden crust.
- Once cooked, transfer the shrimp to a serving dish. Generously spoon the chimichurri sauce over the top and serve with crusty bread or over a bed of rice.
Nutrition
Notes
For best flavor and texture, always opt for the freshest ingredients and avoid overcrowding the shrimp while cooking.
