Bom Jesus-Inspired Portuguese Piri-Piri Shrimp

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Zesty piri-piri marinated shrimp inspired by flavors from Braga, Portugal, served sizzling with fresh herbs and lemon. This portuguese-inspired seafood ready in about 26 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, piri-piri sauce, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Portuguese cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 pound large peeled and deveined shrimp with 3 tablespoons piri-piri sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss well and let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and marinade to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and are opaque throughout.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges for squeezing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bom Jesus-Inspired Portuguese Piri-Piri Shrimp take to make?

Total time is about 26 minutes (20 min prep + 6 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bom Jesus-Inspired Portuguese Piri-Piri Shrimp?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep piri-piri sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bom Jesus-Inspired Portuguese Piri-Piri Shrimp?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bom Jesus-Inspired Portuguese Piri-Piri Shrimp for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Bom Jesus-Inspired Portuguese Piri-Piri Shrimp?

Portuguese seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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