SPICY GLAZED SHRIMP

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Sooo easy and sooo good! We couldn't stop eating these! I served it at an all girls' luncheon yesterday and it was the first dish to disappear. One good friend of mine asked for the left over glaze to go! Glaze needs to be refrigerated overnight for flavors to meld.

Provided by Grace Lynn

Categories     Spicy

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • Glaze: Place all glaze ingredients in a 2-quart saucepan over low heat until butter is melted.
  • In a blender or food processor, blend on high speed until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
  • Refrigerate overnight before use.
  • Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch saute pan over high heat.
  • Add shrimp to the pan and move them around constantly so they will cook completely and evenly.
  • Once the shrimp turns pink, add about 1/2 to 3/4 of the glaze to the pan while moving the shrimp.
  • Allow the glaze to evenly coat all the shrimp and lightly caramelize on the shrimp.
  • Add more sauce if needed, taste to your liking.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp.
  • Serve the shrimp warm or at room temperature.

Hafeez Ahmad
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Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!


maegan vanzeumeren
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I'll definitely be making this recipe again.


Tracy Sharrett
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5/5 stars! This recipe is a winner.


jaileon gomez
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This recipe is a must-try for any shrimp lover!


Mirza Amish
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a delicious and easy way to make shrimp.


TaMong Suyuna
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the shrimp and asked for the recipe.


ikram raza
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat shrimp. My kids love the sweet and spicy glaze.


Eli Smith
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I served this recipe over rice, but I think it would also be great served over noodles or quinoa.


Daphine Ohms
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I added some chopped green onions and red pepper flakes to the glaze for an extra kick of flavor. It was delicious!


Chisom Aboma
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I love that this recipe can be made with simple ingredients that I usually have on hand. It's a great way to make a quick and easy meal.


Keysha Hudson
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I usually have some shrimp left over from making shrimp tacos or shrimp scampi, and this is a great way to use them up.


turn Korea
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time or when I'm looking for something easy to make.


Tina Nqobile
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the shrimp and couldn't stop talking about how delicious they were.


Calvin Jones
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but I found this recipe to be just the right amount of heat. It was flavorful without being overpowering.


Drake Chen
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The glaze was amazing! It was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I could definitely see myself using this glaze on other dishes as well.


Ivana Katavić
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The shrimp were cooked perfectly! They were tender and juicy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside.


Elven Awong
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in under 30 minutes.


Bonita Daniels
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This glazed shrimp recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the glaze was flavorful and slightly spicy. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


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