Spicy Drunken Shrimp (Print Version)
Succulent shrimp simmered in an addicting sauce of vodka, garlic, butter and chili flakes - ready in just 20 minutes!
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon sweet paprika
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2 teaspoons black pepper, divided
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, divided
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1 shallot, finely chopped
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6 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon chili flakes
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½ cup vodka
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¾ cup fish broth
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, more to taste
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, combine shrimp with sweet paprika, garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and set aside while preparing other ingredients. For deeper flavor, refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
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Mince the garlic cloves, finely chop the shallot, and chop the parsley. Have all ingredients ready before beginning to cook.
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Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp in a single layer and sear for 1 minute per side until lightly browned. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and shallot to the same skillet. Cook for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Stir in chili flakes and the remaining salt and pepper.
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Deglaze the pan with vodka and simmer for 3 minutes while scraping up the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Add fish broth and bring to a boil. Slowly incorporate the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter, one at a time, stirring until completely melted and sauce is smooth.
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Return shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until heated through. Finish with fresh lemon juice, a few grinds of black pepper, and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
# Notes:
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Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful sauce.