This lightning-fast skillet channels the coastal flavors of Mexico's Noche Buena feast: juicy shrimp and flaky bacalao (salt cod) tumble through a garlicky sofrito of tomatoes, roasted red pepper, and smoky paprika.
1roasted red bell pepperstrips; sub: jarred pimientos
1/4cuppitted green oliveshalved; sub: capers
1/2tspsmoked paprikasub: chipotle powder
1/4tspred-pepper flakessub: omit for mild
2tbspchopped parsleysub: cilantro
Lemon wedgesto serve; sub: lime wedges
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Instructions
Sear seafood: Pat bacalao and shrimp dry. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear shrimp 1 min per side; sear bacalao 2 min total. Transfer to a plate.
Build the sofrito: Add remaining 2 Tbsp oil. Sauté garlic and onion 2 min until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, roasted pepper strips, paprika, and red-pepper flakes; simmer 3 min to thicken.
Finish & serve: Fold shrimp, bacalao, and olives into sauce; heat 1 min until shrimp are opaque and cod flakes easily. Sprinkle parsley, squeeze lemon, and serve sizzling.