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Never forget your neighbors when making shrimps! The aroma will precede you. This recipe combines the bold flavors of paprika, garlic, chilies, and lemon to create a dish that's bursting with flavor. The shrimps are marinated and seared to perfection, with their heads mashed for extra depth, then finished with a vibrant mix of coriander, lemon juice, and zest. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Marinate the shrimps with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a pan on low heat and fry chopped garlic and chilies until golden. Set aside.
Increase the heat to high and sear the shrimps on one side until browned. Mash the heads to extract flavor, then remove the shrimps from the pan.
Return the fried garlic and chilies to the pan, add butter, chopped coriander, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir until combined and fragrant.
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Leave the shrimp heads on for extra flavor when cooking.
Mash the shrimp heads while searing to extract their juices for a richer taste.
Adjust the amount of chilies based on your spice tolerance.
Can I use frozen shrimps?
Yes, but make sure to thaw and pat them dry before marinating.
What can I substitute for coriander?
You can use parsley or cilantro as a substitute for coriander.
Can I skip the shrimp heads?
Yes, but the heads add a lot of flavor to the dish.
How do I know when the shrimps are cooked?
Shrimps are cooked when they turn pink and opaque.
Can I use lime juice instead of lemon juice?
Yes, lime juice can be used as a substitute for lemon juice.
