Pan-Fried Shrimp Skewers with Garlic & Peperoncino

Pan-Fried Shrimp Skewers with Garlic & Peperoncino Recipe Image

Mild

Easy

29 min

Spiciness

Mild

Difficulty

Easy

Time

29 min

Preparation

15 min

Cooking

14 min

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These Pan-Fried Shrimp Skewers with Garlic & Peperoncino are a testament to how simple ingredients can create an explosion of flavor. Inspired by classic Italian culinary principles, where quality ingredients shine, this recipe focuses on perfectly cooked shrimp infused with aromatic garlic and a gentle kick from peperoncino. The key is a slow, gentle heat to coax out the flavors and ensure the shrimp remain incredibly juicy and tender. It’s a versatile dish, perfect as an appetizer for a gathering or a light, elegant main course for a weeknight dinner. The fresh parsley and bright lemon juice at the end cut through the richness, leaving a truly satisfying taste.

Mild

Easy

29 min

Spiciness

Mild

Difficulty

Easy

Time

29 min

Preparation

15 min

Cooking

14 min

  • Shrimp

    500 grams

  • Skewers

    1

  • Butter

    60 grams

  • Olive Oil

    1 tablespoon

  • Garlic

    1 clove

  • Peperoncino chili

    1

  • Salt

    ¾ teaspoon

  • Black Pepper

    ½ teaspoon

  • Fish seasoning

    1 teaspoon

  • Fresh Parsley

    2 tablespoons

  • Lemon Juice

    ½

Preparation

  1. 1

    Pat the shrimp completely dry with kitchen paper. They must be dry to avoid steaming.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the garlic clove with a knife; do not press it. Crumble the small dried peperoncino chili.

Cooking

  1. 1

    Place a pan over low heat. Add 60 g butter and 1 tbsp olive oil and let it melt slowly without browning.

  2. 2

    Add the sliced garlic and the crumbled peperoncino to the pan. Let them gently release aroma over low heat for a few minutes. Do not fry aggressively.

  3. 3

    Season the shrimp with ¾ tsp salt, ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, and optionally 1 tsp fish seasoning.

  4. 4

    Thread the seasoned shrimp onto the wooden or metal skewers.

  5. 5

    Place the shrimp skewers in the pan and cook on low heat for about 7 minutes per side, turning once. Keep the heat low to maintain juiciness.

Serving

  1. 1

    Remove the shrimp skewers from the pan.

  2. 2

    Garnish with 1-2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley.

  3. 3

    Finish with the juice of ½ lemon just before serving. Enjoy!

Mild

Easy

29 min

Spiciness

Mild

Difficulty

Easy

Time

29 min

Preparation

15 min

Cooking

14 min

  • Shrimp

    500 grams

  • Skewers

    1

  • Butter

    60 grams

  • Olive Oil

    1 tablespoon

  • Garlic

    1 clove

  • Peperoncino chili

    1

  • Salt

    ¾ teaspoon

  • Black Pepper

    ½ teaspoon

  • Fish seasoning

    1 teaspoon

  • Fresh Parsley

    2 tablespoons

  • Lemon Juice

    ½

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