Best 2 Chili Lemon Shrimp Recipes

If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's also bursting with flavor, look no further than chili lemon shrimp. This simple dish can be on the table in under 30 minutes, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. The combination of spicy chili and tangy lemon is perfectly balanced, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection, tender and juicy. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal, or simply enjoy on their own as a light lunch or snack.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP IN LEMON GARLIC CHILI SAUCE

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This is THE BEST shrimp recipe, I swear. This is "finger food" -- you'll peel and eat the shrimp at the table, so provide one or more bowls to discard the shells and have plenty of napkins on hand. You'll want to serve this with lots of crusty bread to sop up the absolutely amazing sauce. ENJOY! Note: prep time does not include time to marinate shrimp.

Provided by St. Louie Suzie

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 lbs large unpeeled shrimp
2 lemons, sliced into 1/4-inch slices
8 ounces chili sauce (Heinz makes a good bottled sauce)
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon pepper sauce (such as Tobasco or Franks Red Hot Sauce)
3 tablespoons liquid smoke
salt and pepper

Steps:

Wash shrimp, spread out in 9" x 12" glass baking dish.
Combine all other ingredients in medium saucepan over low heat.
Pour sauce including cooked-down lemons over shrimp.
Refrigerate and turn shrimp every 30 minutes or so for several hours.
Bake at 300 degrees F for 30 minutes, turning shrimp at 10 minute intervals.
Serve in soup bowls with bread on the side to sop up the sauce.

CHILI LEMON SHRIMP

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Easy, simple, make-ahead appetizer. From the Seattle Times newspaper.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories Seafood Appetizers

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil
3 Tbsp honey
1/4 c chili sauce, sweet or regular
2/3 c chopped parsley, or 1 1/2 tablespoons dried
2 tsp crushed red pepper
2/3 c dry white wine
1 tsp lemon zest
1/4 c lemon juice
2 shallots, finely chopped (or green onions)
1 tsp seasoned salt
2 1/4 lb jumbo bay shrimp (25 to 30 count)
wood skewers

Steps:

1. Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes.
2. Combine first 10 ingredients in large bowl.
3. Add shrimp , stir until coated. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, turning often.
4. Remove shrimp. Pour marinade into small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes.
5. Thread 1 shrimp starting at head end, lengthwise onto each skewer.
6. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Broil on top rack for about 2 minutes per side, basting with marinade several times, until shrimp are pink.
7. Variation: Shrimp can also be grilled on an electric grill or gas barbecue. Preheat electric grill for 5 minutes or barbecue to medium. Cook shrimp on greased grill for about 2 minutes per side, brushing several times with boiled marinade, until pink. Do not overcook.

Tips:

Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp have a better flavor and texture than frozen shrimp.
Clean the shrimp properly. Remove the heads, tails, and shells from the shrimp. You can also devein the shrimp if desired.
Marinate the shrimp. Marinating the shrimp in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs will help to flavor them.
Cook the shrimp properly. Shrimp cook quickly, so it is important to not overcook them. Cook the shrimp until they are pink and opaque.
Serve the shrimp immediately. Shrimp are best served immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Chili Lemon Shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The shrimp are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then cooked until they are pink and opaque. The shrimp are then served with a chili lemon sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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