Easy Spicy Shrimp
Just mix, refrigerate, then cook. This recipe is so easy and so delicious.
Course:
Main Course, main dish
Cuisine:
seafood, shellfish
Keyword:
ghee, green onion, scallion, shrimp, spicy
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked and peeled shrimp
- 1/3 cup PLUS 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 Tablespoons chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon lemon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter) you can substitute European butter which has a much lower moisture content
- 4 large green onions, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
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Place the shrimp in a bowl and top with all the spices.
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Stir in the olive oil, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
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If you are using raw shrimp, only marinate for an hour.
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Heat the ghee and 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium high heat.
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Add the green onions and cook just until they are starting to get soft. Push to the side.
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Place the shrimp in the hot skillet and cook until it's hot, about 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice.
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Mix it all together and serve over hot orzo or rice.
Recipe Notes
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