Classic Shrimp Tapas with Sherry Sauce - Easy Recipe

INGREDIENTS

1 slice thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch strips (optional) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 ounces crimini or button mushrooms, sliced into quarters 1/2 pound large shrimp (about 16 shrimp), peeled and deveined, leaving tails attached 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons medium dry sherry 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

PREPARATION:

1. Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until brown and crispy. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Set aside.
2. Add oil to bacon drippings in skillet. Add mushrooms; cook and stir 2 minutes.
3. Add shrimp and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Stir in sherry, lemon juice and red pepper flakes.
4. Remove shrimp to serving bowl with slotted spoon. Cook sauce 1 minute or until reduced and thickened. Pour over shrimp. Sprinkle with reserved bacon.

This recipe appears in: European