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🦐 Chimichurri Shrimp Recipe (Easy & Flavorful)

Looking for a quick and flavorful seafood dish? This Chimichurri Shrimp recipe combines juicy, tender shrimp with the bold, herby flavors of Argentine chimichurri sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, BBQ parties, or even as a healthy appetizer, this recipe is ready in under 20 minutes.

🥗 Why You’ll Love Chimichurri Shrimp

  • Ready in less than 20 minutes.
  • Packed with fresh, zesty flavors.
  • High-protein and low-carb.
  • Pairs well with rice, pasta, salad, or grilled veggies.

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Chimichurri Sauce

  1. In a bowl, combine parsley, garlic, vinegar, chili flakes, oregano, salt, pepper, and 2 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Stir well and let the flavors infuse for at least 10 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Shrimp

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.

Step 3: Toss & Serve

  1. Remove shrimp from heat.
  2. Drizzle with chimichurri sauce and toss to coat.
  3. Serve hot with rice, pasta, or fresh salad.

🌟 Tips for the Best Chimichurri Shrimp

  • Use fresh parsley (and cilantro for extra flavor).
  • Don’t overcook shrimp — they turn rubbery quickly.
  • Let the chimichurri rest for 10–15 minutes before using.

🍴 Serving Ideas

  • Over steamed jasmine rice.
  • With garlic butter pasta.
  • As a topping for tacos or wraps.
  • Paired with grilled vegetables.

✅ Conclusion

This easy chimichurri shrimp recipe is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for seafood lovers. Whether you’re making a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests at a BBQ, this dish will always be a hit. 🦐🌿

🔗 Similar Recipes for Chimichurri Shrimp:

1. 🐟 Chimichurri Salmon

Flaky salmon fillets baked or grilled, topped with vibrant chimichurri sauce.

2. 🦑 Chimichurri Grilled Squid (Calamari)

Tender grilled calamari drizzled with zesty chimichurri — a Mediterranean-meets-Argentine fusion dish.

3. 🐚 Chimichurri Scallops

Seared scallops paired with herby chimichurri sauce for a light yet elegant dinner.

4. 🐟 Chimichurri Mahi Mahi

Grilled mahi mahi steaks served with chimichurri for a tropical twist.

5. 🥗 Chimichurri Shrimp Salad

Fresh greens tossed with grilled shrimp and chimichurri for a light, protein-packed meal.


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