SHRIMP CHARMOULA

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Provided by Farid Zadi

Categories     Herb     Marinate     Sauté     Lemon     Shrimp     Spice     Honey     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 (first course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per pound), peeled, leaving tail fan attached, and deveined
3 large shallots, finely chopped (1 cup)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 small leek (white and pale green parts only), finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 fresh serrano chile (optional), seeded and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons mild honey
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook shrimp in a large pot of boiling water until just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and cool.
  • Cook shallots in 2 tablespoons oil in a heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until very tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, wash leek and pat dry.
  • Add leek, garlic, and chile (if using) to shallots and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add paprikas and turmeric and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and juice, honey, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 cup oil.
  • Toss shrimp with sauce in a glass or ceramic bowl and marinate, covered and chilled, at least 8 hours. Season with salt and serve in sauce.
  • What to drink:
  • Cape Mentelle Margaret River Chardonnay '05

Michael Price
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This recipe is a winner!


gorouni lol
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious.


Rashid Baksh
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook shrimp, and this recipe definitely fits the bill.


Shadow Wolfie
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This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a hit.


Shah Sultan
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I love that this dish can be served as an appetizer or a main course.


Sorcha
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


M UZAIR
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I found the charmoula sauce to be a bit too spicy, but everything else was great.


Daisy Cakes
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The shrimp was a little overcooked for my taste, but the charmoula sauce was delicious.


Temitope Bamidele
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I can't wait to make it again soon.


Professor Dhanji
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I love the smoky flavor the charring gives the shrimp.


Julion Daniel
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice, and it's been a hit with my family and friends both times.


zahid rizwan
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The charmoula sauce is amazing! I could seriously eat it on anything.


Kai Mitchel
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish look and taste like it came from a restaurant.


Cody Ridge
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OMG! This shrimp charmoula is a total game-changer! The flavors are so vibrant and fresh, and the shrimp is cooked to perfection.