Go Back
Spicy Shrimp Tagine in a white and blue tagine with lemon wedges and cilantro.
Print

Spicy Shrimp Tagine

A recipe for Spicy Shrimp Tagine from the cookbook, Sharing Morocco! Jumbo shrimp are quick-seared in garlic and a variety of spices.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Moroccan
Keyword Moroccan, Morocco, seafood, shrimp, tagine
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 -6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds jumbo shrimp
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons spicy paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 2 lemons cut into wedges, for garnish

Instructions

  • Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails intact. Wash and leave to drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan and sauté the garlic, ginger, cumin, paprika, spicy paprika, salt, and pepper over medium heat for 1 minute.
  • Add the shrimp, stir, and cook for a few minutes until they turn pink.
  • Transfer the shrimp to a serving tagging or platter.
  • Garnish with cilantro and lemon wedges.