Cooking Portuguese Garlic Tiger Shrimp

tiger shrimp

🥗Healthier: wild-caught shrimp

💰Cheaper: prawns

Prawns are often more affordable and readily available.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a rich flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: broth

💰Cheaper: water with vinegar

Broth adds flavor without alcohol.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne adds heat and is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in paprika and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 30 seconds.

Add the tiger shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper.

Cook the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Pour in white wine and add bay leaves, stirring to combine.

Reduce heat and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.

Add butter and lemon juice, stirring until melted and well combined.

Garnish with chopped parsley and cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Cooking Techniques

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