Garlic Shrimp with Saffron Aïoli
Garlicky pan-seared shrimp served with a silky saffron-infused aïoli—a Provençal twist that tastes restaurant-quality but comes together in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 548
- Protein
- 34g
Ingredients
- 1 large egg yolk
- ¼ tsp saffron threads
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¾ cup neutral oil
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Instructions
- 1
Steep saffron threads in 1 tbsp warm water for 2 minutes to bloom. Whisk egg yolk, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl until pale.
- 2
Whisk in the saffron water, then add oil drop by drop while whisking constantly until the aïoli is thick and glossy, ~4 minutes.
- 3
Season aïoli with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a small serving bowl.
- 4
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Pat shrimp dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- 5
Sear shrimp in a single layer without moving them for 2 minutes until edges turn opaque, then flip and cook 90 seconds more.
- 6
Serve shrimp hot with the saffron aïoli on the side for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- medium bowl
- whisk
- large stainless-steel or non-stick skillet
- small serving bowl
- paper towels
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