Description
Zesty “Spicy Lemon Herb Shrimp” dances with Mediterranean flavors, bringing coastal sunshine to dinner plates. Fresh herbs and bold spices create a quick, irresistible seafood experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (about 30) medium to large shrimp, peeled
Herbs and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (1 tablespoon)
Seasoning and Liquid Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon), rinds reserved and sliced
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce, such as Tabasco
- 1 tablespoon cream (optional)
- ½ teaspoon coarse salt
- Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Ignite a robust 12-inch skillet over medium-high temperature, allowing it to reach optimal cooking heat for searing succulent shrimp.
- Generously season the shrimp with salt and pepper, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with seasoning for maximum flavor development.
- Melt butter in the heated skillet until it transforms into a golden, foamy texture, creating an ideal surface for perfectly caramelizing shrimp.
- Delicately place shrimp into the skillet, allowing them to sizzle and transform into a crisp, golden-brown exterior, cooking approximately 2-3 minutes per side until they achieve a vibrant, opaque appearance.
- Transfer the expertly seared shrimp to a separate bowl, reserving them for the final delectable combination.
- Within the same skillet, introduce minced garlic, fragrant rosemary, zesty lemon juice, and tangy lemon rinds, creating an aromatic flavor foundation.
- Incorporate Worcestershire sauce into the herb-infused mixture, bringing the concoction to a gentle simmer and allowing the ingredients to meld and intensify for roughly 10 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and strain out the solid ingredients, discarding them while preserving the richly developed liquid essence.
- Return the clarified sauce to the skillet, reducing heat to a low setting for precise temperature control.
- Gradually introduce remaining butter pieces, whisking continuously to create a silky, emulsified sauce that gleams with creamy sophistication.
- Optional: Enhance the sauce’s luxurious texture by stirring in cream, adding depth and richness to the flavor profile.
- Reintroduce the perfectly seared shrimp into the skillet, gently tossing to ensure each piece is lavishly coated with the herb-infused sauce.
- Serve immediately, presenting the dish alongside crusty baguette slices for dipping or atop a bed of fluffy rice for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Perfectly golden shrimp require precise timing of 2-3 minutes per side to achieve crispy, tender texture without overcooking.
- High-quality butter creates a rich, smooth sauce that enhances the delicate shrimp flavor with a luxurious creamy consistency.
- Fresh herbs like rosemary intensify the dish’s aromatic profile, bringing bright, zesty notes that complement the seafood’s natural sweetness.
- Worcestershire sauce adds depth and umami complexity, transforming a simple shrimp recipe into a restaurant-worthy culinary experience.
- Straining the sauce removes solid ingredients, ensuring a silky, refined final preparation that looks as elegant as it tastes.
- Serving suggestions include crusty baguette for dipping or fragrant rice to soak up the delectable sauce, making this dish versatile and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 789mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg