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Garlicky Shrimp and Shishito Peppers

Name: Garlicky Shrimp and Shishito Peppers
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: ½ cup olive oil; 1 whole head garlic, cloves peeled and thinly sliced, about ½ cup; 1 tablespoon paprika; 10 to 12 shishito peppers; 1 bunch green onions, tops removed, halved and cut into 3-inch pieces; 1 pound fresh extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined, about 26 to 30; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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The Strategy:

Sautéing shrimp and shishito peppers in garlic-infused olive oil and warm paprika is a quick way to create a dish bursting with bold flavor. The high heat of the skillet blisters the peppers and quickly cooks the shrimp until they are sweet, tender, and pink. Toss the soft, golden-edged garlic back into the pan right at the end to add a wonderful savory finish.

Serves: 4 as main | Total Time: 30 minutes till it's ready

Ingredients

Prep and Vegetables

½ cup olive oil
1 whole head garlic, cloves peeled and thinly sliced, about ½ cup
1 tablespoon paprika
10 to 12 shishito peppers
1 bunch green onions, tops removed, halved and cut into 3-inch pieces

Shrimp and Garnish

1 pound fresh extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined, about 26 to 30
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon coarse black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Raw cooking ingredients for Garlicky Shrimp and Shishito Peppers arranged beautifully on a clean kitchen counter.

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. (I use a cast iron skillet for this dish.) Add the garlic and paprika and cook until the garlic is soft and just beginning to turn golden on the edges. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the garlic to a plate.
Add peppers, green onion and shrimp to the skillet.
Turn up the heat to medium-high.
Toss the veggies and shrimp in the garlicky oil until the peppers begin to blister and the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Scrape the garlic back into the skillet.
Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

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The Heart of the Table

This sizzling skillet dish brings an exciting, interactive energy to the table with its bright colors and rich, garlicky aroma. Sharing these quick-cooked shrimp and blistered peppers feels casual and fun, inviting everyone to dive in with toothpicks or forks and enjoy a lively, communal meal.

An appetizing, fresh serving of cooked Garlicky Shrimp and Shishito Peppers displayed beautifully on a styled dining table.

The Art of the Host

a large, hand-thrown ceramic serving platter with an organic rim
a set of warmed shallow porcelain serving plates
a well-seasoned 12-inch cast-iron skillet with dual pour spouts
a flexible high-carbon stainless steel fish spatula with a walnut handle
a set of heavy-gauge, satin-finished stainless steel mixing bowls
a stainless steel slotted spoon with a long, balanced handle

Neighborly Grace

THE PRESENTATION: Serve this dish directly from a seasoned cast-iron skillet set on a rustic wooden trivet, offering plenty of fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.
THE POUR: A chilled Albariño or a cold, sparkling lemonade infused with fresh mint and a splash of club soda.
THE VIBE: Covered Veranda. The warm evening air carries the sizzle of garlic and the sound of soft bossa nova, creating a relaxed, coastal feel.

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