Description
Mediterranean-inspired Zesty Broiled Shrimp Delight brings coastal flavors to your kitchen with its perfect blend of herbs and citrus. Juicy shrimp caramelize under high heat, promising a quick, elegant meal that sparks joy on any dinner plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon crushed garlic or 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
- ¼ – ½ teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
Liquids and Sweeteners:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons lime juice
- 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together olive oil, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, dried basil, black pepper, and salt in a spacious glass bowl or robust Ziploc bag until ingredients harmonize completely.
- Gently introduce cleaned and deveined shrimp into the marinade, ensuring each morsel becomes thoroughly coated by either sealing and gently shaking the bag or carefully stirring with a utensil.
- Refrigerate the marinating shrimp for approximately two hours, allowing the flavors to deeply penetrate and tenderize the seafood.
- Position the oven rack approximately 5-6 inches beneath the broiler element and activate the broiler to high temperature while removing shrimp from refrigeration.
- Carefully drain the shrimp, discarding the remaining marinade, and arrange them in a pristine, single layer across an ungreased baking sheet.
- Slide the baking sheet under the broiler, monitoring closely as the shrimp transform – cooking approximately 5 minutes per side until they curl and develop a delicate pink hue.
- Immediately transfer the succulent, zesty shrimp onto a serving platter, garnishing with optional fresh herbs or citrus wedges for an elegant presentation.
- Serve piping hot to maximize the intricate flavor profile and preserve the shrimp’s delicate texture.
Notes
- This zesty shrimp recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish with minimal effort.
- Marinating for exactly 2 hours allows flavors to penetrate deeply without breaking down delicate shrimp proteins.
- Broiling creates a perfect caramelized exterior while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
- Use fresh shrimp for best results, ensuring they are thoroughly cleaned and deveined before marinating.
- Position oven rack precisely 5-6 inches from heat source to prevent burning and achieve ideal cooking temperature.
- Serve immediately after cooking to preserve the optimal texture and temperature of the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg