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Chimichurri Shrimp Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
A flavorful shrimp entrée featuring citrus-marinated shrimp sautéed with spices and topped with a vibrant chimichurri sauce. Perfect for dipping with crusty bread and ready in under 30 minutes.
4 Servings

Ingredients

  • ¾ teaspoon coriander seeds
  • ¾ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 lemon zested and cut into wedges
  • ¾ teaspoon chili powder
  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • teaspoons kosher salt divided, plus an additional pinch
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro finely chopped and packed
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped and packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano finely chopped and packed
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 shallot finely chopped
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or fish stock
  • Crusty toasted bread for serving

Instructions
 

Toast and Grind Spices

  1. In a large, dry skillet over medium heat, toast the coriander and cumin seeds, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and slightly darkened—approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, allow to cool briefly, and grind using a spice mill or mortar and pestle. Wipe out the skillet and set it aside for later use.

Marinate the Shrimp

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground spices with the lemon zest, chili powder, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Allow the shrimp to marinate at room temperature for approximately 10 minutes.

Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce

  1. In another medium bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, parsley, and oregano. Stir in the minced garlic, red wine vinegar, crushed red pepper flakes, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, and ¾ teaspoon kosher salt. Mix thoroughly and set aside.

Sauté Shallots

  1. Return the cleaned skillet to the stovetop over medium heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the finely chopped shallot, along with a pinch of kosher salt. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shallots begin to brown lightly at the edges.

Cook the Shrimp

  1. Add the marinated shrimp and any residual marinade to the skillet in a single layer. Allow to cook, undisturbed, for approximately 2 minutes to develop a sear. Turn the shrimp, add the vegetable or fish stock, and bring to a gentle simmer. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked through.

Serve

  1. Remove the skillet from heat. Spoon the chimichurri sauce over the cooked shrimp and serve immediately with lemon wedges and toasted crusty bread on the side.

Notes

To make this dish gluten-free, simply omit the crusty bread or substitute with certified gluten-free bread or crackers. Ensure that the stock used is labeled gluten-free, as some commercial broths may contain additives with gluten. The remainder of the dish is naturally gluten-free.
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