This shrimp provençal recipe is a showstopper, perfect for elevating a special dinner or celebrating the holidays with style. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients for Shrimp Provençal:
- 2.2 lbs (1kg) peeled and deveined shrimp
- 7 tbsp (100g) unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp (50ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp Herbes de Provence, finely chopped (thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and basil)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
How to make Shrimp Provençal:
- Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat and add the garlic.
- Sauté the garlic until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Reduce the heat to medium and let them sear; avoid over-tossing them.
- After about 5 minutes, once the shrimp begin to turn opaque and pink, stir in the Herbes de Provence. Be careful not to overcook, as this will make the shrimp rubbery.
- Turn the heat back up and sauté for another 3 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, garnish with fresh chives, and serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions:
This recipe pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple buttered penne. Don’t forget to pair it with a crisp white wine!
A Quick Note on Shrimp:
Shrimp fishing is a major global industry due to its high commercial value. According to FAO’s “Fishstat Plus” data, global marine shrimp capture reached over 2.8 million tons in 2002, with aquaculture production adding significantly to the supply. Beyond the kitchen, many shrimp species are also popular in the aquarium trade.
While many aquatic arthropods carry the name “shrimp,” they often belong to different biological groups, such as clam shrimp (order Conchostraca) and tadpole shrimp (Source: Wikipedia).
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