Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3–4 tbsp Calabrian chili paste
- 10 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 tbsp butter, salted
- 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin (plus 1 tbsp for initial sear)
- 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear shrimp in a single layer for 1–2 minutes per side until pink; remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add remaining olive oil and 6 tbsp butter. Stir in garlic and cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in Calabrian chili paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Return shrimp to skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and cook for 1–2 more minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat, stir in cilantro, adjust salt, and serve immediately.
Notes
For best texture, use large shrimp and ensure they are very dry before searing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shrimp, italian, quick dinner, appetizer, seafood