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10. Pan-fried Argentine Red Shrimp

Pan-fried Argentine Red Shrimp

Fresh Argentine red shrimp are pan-fried in a blend of herbs, spices, and oil until they are cooked through.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Argentinian
Keyword: Argentinian Red Shrimp, Pan-fried Argentine Red Shrimp
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 141 kcal
10. Pan-fried Argentine Red Shrimp

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Garlic press (optional)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh Argentine red shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the fresh parsley, oregano, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir well to combine.
  • Add the peeled and deveined Argentine red shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until they are pink and cooked through.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving dish.
  • Garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges (optional).
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Make sure to heat the oil in the skillet before adding the garlic to prevent it from burning.
Do not overcrowd the skillet with shrimp, cook them in batches if needed.
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the shrimp, it should be 145°F.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 252mg | Sodium: 330mg | Potassium: 208mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g
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