Moroccan Sizzling Shrimp

Ignite your taste buds with Moroccan Sizzling Shrimp, a quick and flavor-packed dish that brings the bold spices of North Africa straight to your table. Succulent, tender shrimp are seared to perfection in a fragrant combination of olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and a hint of cayenne pepper for a smoky, spicy kick. Brightened with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and garnished with vibrant chopped cilantro, this one-pan wonder is ready in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve this dish sizzling hot with lemon wedges on the side, or pair it with fluffy couscous or warm flatbread for a complete Moroccan-inspired meal. Whether as a zesty appetizer or a centerpiece, this recipe is a tantalizing feast for both the eyes and the palate!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the spice blend.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle the spice blend evenly over the shrimp. Stir to coat.

Step 6

Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp.

Step 8

Garnish the sizzling shrimp with fresh chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy as an appetizer or pair with rice or couscous for a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	591.4 grams (591.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	761

Total Fat 30.70g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 857mg	286%
Sodium 1694mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 15.50g	6%
Dietary Fiber 4.60g	16%
Total Sugars 4.10g
Protein 111.20g	222%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402mg	31%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 1551mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 56.8%

Carbs: 7.9%