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Quick Moroccan Shrimp Skillet Recipe

Moroccan Shrimp Skillet

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Moroccan
Keyword: Moroccan Shrimp Skillet Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 267 kcal
Quick Moroccan Shrimp Skillet Recipe

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup green olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • 2 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked couscous for serving

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Add the olives and raisins and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir until coated in the sauce.
  • Cook the shrimp for 5-7 minutes, or until they are pink and cooked through.
  • Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve the Moroccan shrimp skillet over cooked couscous.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

To save time, peel and devein the shrimp ahead of time.
Use a food processor to finely chop the onion and garlic.
Prepare the spices and measure out the remaining ingredients before starting to cook.

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 285mg | Sodium: 912mg | Potassium: 572mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g
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