Description
This Garlic Shrimp in Tomato Sauce is a quick and delicious dish with juicy shrimp simmered in a garlicky, herby tomato sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s perfect as an appetizer, a light main, or served over rice, pasta, or grilled bread.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or basil
- Optional: splash of white wine or lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine and Serve:
- Return shrimp to the pan and simmer 1–2 minutes to heat through.
- Finish with herbs and a splash of lemon juice or wine, if using.
- Serve warm over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the shrimp—add them back just before serving.
- Add olives or capers for a briny twist.
- Pairs well with a glass of chilled white wine.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
