Argentine Red Shrimp Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
319 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Argentine Red Shrimp Recipe
Description
The Argentine Red Shrimp recipe features peeled and deveined shrimp seasoned and baked in a melted butter mixture infused with minced garlic. The seasoning blend of paprika, sea salt, and black pepper adds mild smoky and savory notes, balancing with the buttery base. Lemon slices placed atop the shrimp during baking introduce a fresh citrus aroma and taste that cuts through the rich sauce. Baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes cooks the shrimp gently, preserving tenderness without overcooking.
The final dish is topped with fresh parsley, which adds a bright herbal finish. The sauce left in the baking dish serves as a delicious accompaniment, making this dish suitable for serving with rice, bread, or as an appetizer. The simple ingredients and cooking method emphasize the shrimp's natural flavor and firm texture.
Using thawed shrimp is recommended for even cooking. The dish can be refrigerated for up to three days, though the butter sauce will solidify when chilled.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp deveined and peeled, Argentine Red variety
- 3 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- lemon slices
- parsley for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Add shrimp to a baking dish.
- Combine melted butter and minced garlic in a small bowl. Pour over shrimp.
- Then, sprinkle shrimp with paprika, sea salt and pepper. Top with lemon slices.
- Bake in oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until shrimp are no longer transparent.
- Finally, remove from oven. Serve with butter sauce, sliced lemons and chopped parsley.
Notes
- Thaw frozen shrimp completely before baking for even cooking.
- Argentine Red Shrimp may be found in grocery stores or purchased online.
- Look for opaque shrimp as a sign they are fully cooked.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days; butter sauce will solidify but can be warmed before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 319kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 331mg | 110% |
| Sodium | 2001mg | 83% |
| Potassium | 287mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 975IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 137mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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