Chimichurri shrimp is a delicious and flavorful dish that you can easily make at home. Here's a beginner's guide to help you get started:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for some heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped parsley, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well to make the chimichurri sauce.
- Set aside a small portion of the chimichurri sauce for serving later, and marinate the shrimp in the remaining sauce for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add a tablespoon of olive oil to prevent the shrimp from sticking.
- Cook the marinated shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the heat and serve hot.
- Drizzle the reserved chimichurri sauce over the cooked shrimp for extra flavor.
You can serve the chimichurri shrimp as an appetizer, main course, or alongside some rice or grilled vegetables. It's a versatile dish that will surely impress your guests!
For more inspiration and variations, you can check out this recipe on Food Network or this recipe on Allrecipes.
Enjoy your homemade chimichurri shrimp!
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