Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
4 mins
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Total Time
14 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
153 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipe
Description
The recipe uses a marinade of fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, ground paprika, honey, salt, pepper, and olive oil to coat peeled shrimp. This combination imparts bright acidity, herbal freshness, subtle sweetness, and mild spice, complementing the shrimp's natural flavor.
Cooking is brief to prevent overcooking and rubberiness, with options to sauté in a hot pan or grill on skewers. Both methods cook the shrimp just until opaque and tender, preserving juiciness. Lime wedges and extra cilantro garnish enhance the fresh citrus aspect when served.
Preparation notes emphasize marinating no longer than 10 minutes to avoid texture damage from lime juice. Serving the shrimp immediately after cooking ensures optimal texture and flavor. This dish works well as a light main, appetizer, or as part of a larger meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp 21-25 ct, peeled and deveined, large
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1 Tbsp lime juice plus more to serve
- 1 Tbsp cilantro finely chopped, plus more to serve
- 1 garlic finely minced, clove
- 1/4 tsp salt plus more to taste, fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 tsp paprika ground
- 1/2 Tbsp honey
- 1 lime cut into wedges for serving, optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and honey, and stir together to combine. Add the shrimp and stir to coat.
- To Sauté: Preheat a large non-stick, non-reactive skillet over medium/high heat. Add 1 Tbsp oil to the pan and once the pan is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and sauté for 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through.
- To Grill the Shrimp: Start by preheating the grill to medium/high heat and soak wooden skewers for 10 minutes to ensure they won’t burn on the grill. Oil the grates to prevent sticking. Combine the shrimp with the marinade then skewer them. Grill for 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and then immediately transfer the shrimp to a serving dish to prevent overcooking. Garnish with more cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges for squeezing.
Notes
- Cook shrimp immediately after marinating to prevent rubbery texture; do not marinate longer than 10 minutes.
- Serve with fresh lime wedges to add acidity at the table.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbs | 4g | |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 788mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 337IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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