Chimichurri Shrimp
This Chimichurri Shrimp is a fresh and flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp tossed in a zesty herb sauce made with parsley, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. Perfect as a quick appetizer or light main course, this easy chimichurri shrimp recipe is ready in under 20 minutes and packed with bold, vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Garlic, minced
- Olive oil
- Red wine vinegar
- Lemon juice
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine parsley, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes to make the chimichurri sauce.
- Season shrimp with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from heat and transfer to a bowl.
- Pour chimichurri sauce over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
- Let sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.For extra flavor, marinate shrimp briefly in some of the sauce before cooking.Fresh herbs are key for authentic chimichurri taste.Adjust vinegar and lemon juice for your preferred acidity level.
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