Spicy Glazed Shrimp

⏱ 15 mins 🍽 8 serving(s) 🏷 Spicy

This dish features succulent shrimp coated in a rich, spicy glaze that is prepared a day in advance. The glaze combines butter, paprika, cayenne, tomato paste, and garlic, blended into a smooth paste. The shrimp are quickly sautéed in olive oil before being tossed in the glaze until lightly caramelised. It is an impressive yet straightforward option for a gathering, best served warm or at room temperature.

Spicy Glazed Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 lbs shrimp, size 31 to 40, peeled and deveined, tails on

Method

  1. To make the glaze, put all the glaze ingredients into a 2-quart saucepan and warm over low heat until the butter has fully melted.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend on high speed to create a completely smooth paste.
  3. Place the glaze in the refrigerator and leave it overnight before you plan to use it.
  4. Pour the 3 tablespoons of olive oil into a 12-inch saute pan and place it over high heat.
  5. Introduce the shrimp to the hot pan, stirring them constantly to ensure they cook through evenly.
  6. When the shrimp have turned pink, pour in approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of the prepared glaze, continuing to move the shrimp around the pan.
  7. Keep stirring until the glaze coats every shrimp and begins to caramelise lightly on their surface.
  8. You can add more of the sauce according to your preference after tasting.
  9. Take care not to leave the shrimp cooking for too long.
  10. Present the shrimp while they are still warm or allow them to reach room temperature before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium1411000 mg

Recipe details

CategorySpicy
Authorglynn117