New Orleans Rosemary Shrimp

Dive into the bold and vibrant flavors of the South with this New Orleans Rosemary Shrimp recipe, a quick and impressive dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Succulent shrimp are seasoned with a zesty blend of Creole spices, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne, then sautéed in a luscious garlic-rosemary butter sauce. A fresh squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of green onions enhance the dish with bright, aromatic notes. Perfectly versatile, this dish can be served with crusty French bread to soak up the rich, flavorful juices or over a bed of fluffy rice for a hearty meal. Ideal for weeknight cooking or entertaining, this recipe brings the taste of the Big Easy straight to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 1.5 teaspoons Creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 0 French bread or rice (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to sizzle.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and chopped rosemary to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let the garlic burn.

Step 4

Sprinkle the shrimp with Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toss to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated.

Step 5

Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Allow them to cook undisturbed for 2 minutes on one side.

Step 6

Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are fully opaque.

Step 7

Pour in the lemon juice and toss the shrimp to coat them in the garlic-rosemary butter sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the shrimp for added flavor and presentation.

Step 9

Serve immediately with French bread to soak up the sauce or over cooked rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	652.8 grams (652.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1119

Total Fat 56.00g	72%
Saturated Fat 19.20g	96%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 919mg	306%
Sodium 2841mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 43.90g	16%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 2.60g
Protein 116.40g	233%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 389mg	30%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1509mg	32%

*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: 44.0%

Protein: 40.7%

Carbs: 15.3%