Ingredients
– 10 pieces, peeled and deveined Large raw shrimp for tenderness and flavor
– 3 tablespoons salted butter for creating a rich, creamy sauce base
– 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing and adding healthy fats
– 2 cloves minced garlic for enhancing aroma and savory notes
– 1 tablespoon Calabrian chili paste for delivering the signature spicy, smoky heat
– Juice of half a lemon lemon juice for brightening and balancing the dish
– 3 large leaves (or parsley) chopped basil leaves for providing fresh garnish and herbal flavor
– To taste salt for adjusting seasoning as needed
Instructions
1-First, peel and devein the 10 large raw shrimp, then pat them dry for even cooking. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 3 tablespoons of salted butter in a skillet over low to medium-low heat. This gentle heat helps build the sauce without burning the garlic.
2-Next, add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about a minute until fragrant. Stir in 1 tablespoon of Calabrian chili paste to release its smoky flavor. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until they turn opaque.
3-Cooking and Finishing Touches Flip the shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully done. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the shrimp and sauce, then mix gently. For a fresh finish, garnish with 3 large chopped basil leaves or parsley as an alternative.
Last Step:
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🍤 Don’t overcook the shrimp – they cook quickly and become tough when overdone, watch for them to turn opaque and curl slightly
🌶️ Adjust the amount of Calabrian chili paste based on your heat preference – start with less and add more if needed
🧄 Use fresh garlic rather than jarred minced garlic for the best flavor – the fresh aromatic quality makes a big difference in this simple dish
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 shrimp per serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 185mg