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Spicy Drunken Shrimp

Irresistible Spicy Drunken Shrimp in Velvety Vodka Sauce

These Spicy Drunken Shrimp in Vodka Butter Sauce are a quick and impressive seafood dish that elevates humble shrimp into a gourmet meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined Tail on for added flavor if desired
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Shallot, chopped Can substitute with small brown onion
  • 1/4 cup Vodka Can replace with broth if avoiding alcohol
  • 1/2 cup Fish broth Can use chicken or vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter Use in stages for maximum flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For frying shrimp
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili flakes Adjust for heat preference
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Add more for tartness
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped For garnish

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining them. Season with sweet paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Sear the shrimp for 1 minute on each side until pink and opaque.
  3. Sauté minced garlic and chopped shallot in the same skillet for about 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Add chili flakes, remaining salt, and black pepper, then pour in vodka and deglaze the pan. Let simmer for 3 minutes.
  5. Pour in fish broth and bring to a gentle boil. Gradually whisk in the remaining butter until the sauce is smooth.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook for an additional minute. Finish by squeezing lemon juice and sprinkling parsley on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a light salad or alongside other dishes like Spicy Ginger Chicken for a complete meal.

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