Broiled Mediterranean Shrimp

This recipe is the quickest and easiest weeknight dinner ever invented! Garlic, Oregano, Olive Oil and a little bit of lemon give these shrimp a distinct mediterranean flavor that will go well with anything else you have on hand! In this case, I tossed this with slow-roasted tomatoes and served over Farro (and with a side of steamed broccoli sprinkled with truffle salt) 

Time: 30 minutes 

Ingredients 

• 2 Tbsps EVOO 
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Black pepper to taste 
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried) 
• Juice from 1/2 a lemon 
•  Black pepper
• 1 pounds raw peeled and deveined shrimp
• (optional) Dry White Wine 

Preparation 

1. In a mortar, combine the garlic clove, EVOO, salt, oregano and a dash of black pepper. Bring into a paste. 
2. Toss the shrimp with the paste, and set aside for 15 minutes. 
3. Turn the oven on broil. Place a rack to a setting high up in the oven for broiling (about 1-2 inches from the broiler). Lightly grease a non-stick baking sheet. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and drizzle with the lemon juice. 
4. Broil the shrimp 2-3 mins on each side (you have to watch this like a hawk!). 
5. Remove from oven; arrange shrimp as being served. (Optional) Quickly pour in a 1/2 cup of the dry white wine, deglazing the pan and creating a sauce. 

I serve this over farro or rice, and like to toss it with some chopped tomatoes (or as pictured above, caramelized tomatoes). Enjoy!