Chili Lime Shrimp Recipe
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
207 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chili Lime Shrimp Recipe
Description
This recipe calls for fresh peeled and deveined shrimp with tails on, marinated in a blend that highlights fresh lime juice, honey, and garlic balanced by the sweetness and mild heat of Thai sweet chili sauce. The marinade incorporates chopped herbs such as cilantro or parsley for freshness. Soaking bamboo skewers prevents burning during grilling.
After marinating for 30 minutes, shrimp are cooked quickly over a hot grill until just done with slight charring that adds texture and flavor contrast. The shrimp retain a tender, juicy interior with a bright, sweet, and tangy glaze. For those preferring oven cooking, baking at 400°F for about 10 minutes followed by a brief broil achieves a similar effect.
Chili Lime Shrimp is suitable as an appetizer, part of a main dish, or alongside rice and vegetables. The marinade balances sweetness, acidity, and spice without overwhelming the delicate shrimp flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. (500g) Shrimp peeled and deveined, tail-on
Marinade:
- 1/4 cup lime juice fresh
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cilantro or parsley leaves, chopped finely, fresh leaves
- 2 tablespoon Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 cloves garlic chopped finely
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Soak the bamboo skewers in cold water. Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the marinade. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Fire up the grill and cook the shrimp until they're fully cooked and slightly charred on the surface. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Soak bamboo skewers in cold water before grilling to prevent burning.
- Alternatively, bake shrimp at 400°F for 10 minutes, then broil 1 minute to char.
- Pat shrimp dry before marinating to help marinade adhere well.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 207 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4people | |
| Calories | 207kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 286mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 977mg | 41% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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