Quick Shrimp and Corn Skillet with Pancetta Delight
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Shrimp and Corn Skillet with Pancetta
This Shrimp and Corn Skillet with Pancetta is a quick and flavorful one-pan dinner combining succulent shrimp, sweet corn, and crispy pancetta. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors with fresh ingredients and minimal cleanup. Ideal for weeknights or entertaining, this comforting dish bursts with freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 8 oz fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Meat
- 4 oz pancetta cubes
Others
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. Rinse and drain the corn, chop the red bell pepper, mince the garlic, and dice the pancetta. Having all ingredients ready will streamline the cooking process.
- Cook the pancetta: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add pancetta cubes. Cook until golden brown and crispy, allowing the fat to render. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon and set aside, keeping the rendered fat in the pan.
- Sauté garlic and bell pepper: In the same skillet with pancetta fat, add minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Cook the shrimp: Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet. Add shrimp and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Stir gently to combine with garlic and peppers.
- Add corn and pancetta back: Mix in sweet corn kernels and crispy pancetta cubes. Stir well to heat through and meld flavors evenly.
- Finish with seasonings and herbs: Remove skillet from heat. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish, season with salt and pepper to taste, and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp if possible for better texture and flavor.
- Cook shrimp in batches if the pan is crowded to ensure proper searing.
- Keep rendered pancetta fat in the skillet to enhance flavor.
- Fresh corn is preferred for sweetness and texture, especially in summer.
- Adjust salt gradually since pancetta adds saltiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
Keywords: shrimp skillet, pancetta recipe, corn skillet, quick dinner, one-pan meal, gluten-free dinner
