Best Shrimp And Chorizo Bites Recipes

Shrimp and Spanish Chorizo Bites Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by jads8627

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound medium shrimp (about 30 shrimp), peeled and deveined if necessary
1 (7.9 ounce) package of Spanish chorizo, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 Tablespoon dry Sherry
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, garlic, oregano, vinegar, Sherry, and 1/4 cup of the olive oil; toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Skewer one shrimp and one round of chorizo onto wooden toothpicks or skewers. Repeat with the remaining shrimp and chorizo. Working in batches, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place a few skewers into the pan and sear on both sides until the shrimp are cooked through and the chorizo is lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and garnish with the parsley. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Shrimp and Chorizo Bites image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients
16 jumbo shrimp or prawns, deveined and butterflied with tail left intact
Olive oil, for liberal drizzling
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon thyme, finely chopped
Zest of 1 lemon
16 1-inch thick slices cut on a bias Spanish chorizo, preferred brand Gaspar's
1 tablespoon butter
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1/2 cup dry sherry or white wine
Juice of 1 lemon
Scallions, thinly sliced on a bias
Long toothpicks

Steps:

Toss shrimp with a little olive oil and dress with salt, pepper, thyme and lemon zest. Skewer the shrimp near the tail end then thread a slice of chorizo with cut sides facing out, nesting the chorizo in the natural curve of the shrimp. Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt butter into it. Add garlic and swirl for a minute or 2 then remove. Add the shrimp and chorizo bites and cook until the chorizo is crisp and the shrimp are pink and opaque. Douse pan with sherry and lemon juice, and sprinkle with green onions to serve. - See more at: http://www.rachaelrayshow.com/recipes/22319_shrimp_and_chorizo_bites/#sthash.TTDEISIP.dpuf