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