Lemon Oregano Shrimp Over Peppered Couscous

18 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • For the marinade
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced fine
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 large shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • For the couscous
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into fine dice
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth (may sub veggie broth)
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3/4 cup couscous
  • For the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

Directions

  1. 1
    In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, oregano, lemon juice, salt, pepper and shrimp. Mix gently and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. 2
    To make the couscous, combine the bell pepper, broth, pepper flakes, salt and olive oil in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  3. 3
    Stir in the couscous, cover and remove from the heat for five minutes.
  4. 4
    Lift the lid and fluff the couscous with a fork. Set aside while cooking the shrimp.
  5. 5
    Remove the shrimp from the marinade. Discard marinade.
  6. 6
    Heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saute pan until very hot and add the shrimp, making sure not to crowd the pan.
  7. 7
    Cook for about 2 minutes per side, until the shrimp curls and is almost opaque.
  8. 8
    Add the wine, scraping up the brown bits from the pan. Allow the wine to reduce by almost half, for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  9. 9
    Remove from the heat, add the butter and swirl in until it has thickened the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  10. 10
    Place a scoop of couscous in shallow bowls and top with shrimp. Drizzle sauce over the top.

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