Description
This Garlic Shrimp in Tomato Sauce recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp cooked in a zesty tomato sauce with garlic, onion, and a hint of herbs, served over rice or pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Garlic Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute more.
- Cook Tomato Sauce: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 10–12 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3–5 minutes until pink and cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Serve hot over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of white wine with the tomatoes.
- This dish pairs well with zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
