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Mediterranean Shrimp Recipe with Bell Peppers

Easy shrimp recipe, coated in Mediterranean spices and skillet-cooked in a light white wine and olive oil sauce with shallots, bell peppers and tomatoes. Ready in 25 minutes or less!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 2844 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lb large shrimp or prawns, peeled and deveined (if frozen, be sure to thaw first)
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 to 2 tsp smoked Spanish paprika
  • 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp butter I prefer to use ghee clarified butter
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper and 1/2 yellow bell pepper, cored and sliced
  • 1 cup canned diced tomato
  • 1/3 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Parsley Leaves

Instructions

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  1. Pat the shrimp dry and place it in a large bowl. Add the flour, smoked paprika, salt and pepper,  coriander, cayenne, and sugar. Toss until the shrimp is well-coated.
  2. In a large cast iron skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring regularly, until fragrant (be sure not to burn the garlic.) Add the bell peppers and cook another 4 minutes or so, tossing occasionally.
  3. Now add the shrimp. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then add the diced tomatoes, broth, white wine and lemon juice. Cook for a couple more minutes or until the shrimp turns bright orange. 
  4. Finally, stir in the chopped fresh parsley and serve!

Notes

  • Cook's Tip: Shrimp cook so very quickly, so don't take your eyes off the skillet.  Shrimp are ready when their color turns from grey to orange with bright red tails. When you see that one side is starting to turn pink, you are so close. Use your wooden spoon to toss the shrimp quick so that it turns color on the other side. Remember your skillet is still hot even if you've turned the heat off. Shrimp will continue to cook a little bit longer.
  • Serve with plain orzo, couscous or your favorite grain. Lebanese rice is a great option. Fro salads and starters: Baba Ganoush; Roasted Red Pepper Hummus; Balela Salad; 3-Ingredient Mediterranean Salad; Fresh Herbs and Tomato Salad
  • Visit our shop to browse quality Mediterranean ingredients including olive oils and spices used in this recipe.

Nutrition Information

Calories 284.4kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 9.9g (3%) Protein 30.6g (61%) Saturated Fat 1.8g (9%) Cholesterol 357.6mg (119%) Sodium 1258.1mg (52%) Potassium 336mg (10%) Fiber 1.8g (7%) Vitamin A 155.1IU (3%) Vitamin C 20mg (22%) Calcium 247.7mg (25%) Iron 4.2mg (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2844

% Daily Value*

Calories 284.4kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 9.9g 3%
Protein 30.6g 61%
Saturated Fat 1.8g 9%
Cholesterol 357.6mg 119%
Sodium 1258.1mg 52%
Potassium 336mg 7%
Fiber 1.8g 7%
Vitamin A 155.1IU 3%
Vitamin C 20mg 22%
Calcium 247.7mg 25%
Iron 4.2mg 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.