Chimichurri Jumbo Shrimp
Juicy, smoky shrimp tossed with vibrant chimichurri sauce—this dish is bursting with bold Argentine-inspired flavors and makes an easy appetizer or light main course.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Grill or Skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- ¾ cup chimichurri sauce homemade or store-bought
- 1 lemon for serving
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with vegetable oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Grill or sauté shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- Remove from heat and toss immediately with chimichurri sauce until coated.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp before grilling. Delicious served over rice, quinoa, or greens.