Zesty Lime Shrimp Skewers
Elevate your tapas experience with these Zesty Lime Shrimp Skewers, inspired by the culinary delights of Spain. This dish features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection in a buttery, zesty sauce infused with a hint of triple sec. Finished with fresh parsley and a sprinkling of crushed red pepper for an added kick, these elegant skewers are perfect for sharing at parties, gatherings, or a sophisticated date night. Serve them alongside lime wedges for a burst of citrus that complements the shrimp beautifully.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
2 tablespoons (melted)
Flour
1 teaspoon (none)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Paprika
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Garlic cloves
2 (minced)
Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
24 (none)
Triple sec
1/2 cup (none)
Fresh parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Crushed red pepper flakes
to taste (optional)
Lime wedges
as needed (for serving)
Instructions
1
In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
2
Once the butter is melted, sprinkle in the flour, salt, paprika, and minced garlic. Stir continuously for about 2 minutes until fragrant and the mixture is smooth.
3
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, followed by the triple sec. Sauté the mixture for approximately 5 minutes, stirring frequently. The shrimp should turn pink and the sauce will thicken slightly.
4
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the sautéed shrimp with freshly chopped parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
5
For a fun presentation, thread the shrimp on small wooden skewers along with wedges of lime. Serve immediately, with additional lime on the side for squeezing.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Lime Shrimp Skewers?
They are a Spanish-inspired tapas dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a buttery, zesty sauce infused with triple sec and finished with lime.
What type of cuisine inspired this shrimp recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the culinary delights of Spain and is intended to be served as tapas.
How many shrimp are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 24 large shrimp.
How should the shrimp be prepared before cooking?
The shrimp should be peeled and deveined before they are added to the skillet.
What is the secret ingredient in the zesty sauce?
The sauce is infused with a hint of triple sec to provide a unique zesty flavor.
How do you thicken the sauce for the skewers?
A small amount of flour (1 teaspoon) is stirred into the melted butter to help the sauce thicken slightly as it cooks.
How long do the shrimp need to sauté?
The shrimp should be sautéed for approximately 5 minutes until they turn pink.
What heat setting should be used to melt the butter?
The butter should be melted over medium-high heat in a medium skillet.
What spices are used to season the shrimp?
The shrimp are seasoned with salt, paprika, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
Is there garlic in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 minced garlic cloves.
What fresh herbs are recommended for this dish?
Freshly chopped parsley is sprinkled over the sautéed shrimp for added flavor and color.
How are the shrimp presented for serving?
The shrimp are threaded onto small wooden skewers along with wedges of lime.
Is this dish spicy?
It can be spicy if you choose to add the crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of butter.
Are the shrimp grilled or sautéed?
Despite the 'skewers' name, the shrimp are actually sautéed in a skillet before being threaded onto skewers.
Can this be served as a party appetizer?
Yes, these skewers are perfect for sharing at parties, gatherings, or a sophisticated date night.
What is the amount of flour used in the roux?
Only 1 teaspoon of flour is used.
How much triple sec is required?
You will need 1/2 cup of triple sec.
Can I use dried parsley?
While fresh parsley is recommended, you could use dried, though fresh provides a better flavor for this tapas style.
When do you add the lime wedges?
Lime wedges are threaded onto the skewers with the shrimp and also served on the side for squeezing.
Is this a seafood dish?
Yes, it is categorized under seafood and shrimp.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
What is the role of paprika in this dish?
Paprika adds flavor and a hint of color to the butter and flour mixture.
Do I cook the shrimp with the triple sec?
Yes, the triple sec is added to the skillet with the shrimp and sautéed for about 5 minutes.
How many garlic cloves should I mince?
You should use 2 garlic cloves.
What kind of skewers should I use?
The recipe recommends using small wooden skewers.
Should I stir the mixture continuously at the start?
Yes, you should stir the butter, flour, and spices continuously for about 2 minutes until smooth and fragrant.
How much fresh parsley is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
What indicates the shrimp are fully cooked?
The shrimp are done when they turn pink and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Is this recipe suitable for a date night?
Yes, the description notes it is perfect for a sophisticated date night due to its elegant presentation.