Garlic Cilantro Lime Shrimp Marinade
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
237 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Garlic Cilantro Lime Shrimp Marinade
Description
The marinade consists of olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, salt, soy sauce, and crushed red pepper flakes. These ingredients are whisked together and used to coat peeled and deveined shrimp, which are chilled for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors without cooking the shrimp prematurely.
After marinating, shrimp are threaded onto skewers or placed on a grill pan and cooked over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side or baked on a greased sheet pan at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes. Cooking is complete when shrimp turn pink and opaque. Additional lime juice and fresh cilantro can be added as garnish. The marinade's acidity and aromatics complement the natural sweetness of shrimp, making a balanced and vibrant dish.
The recipe suggests using medium or large shrimp that are peeled and deveined for best flavor and texture. This preparation can be served as an entrée or as part of a larger meal, showcasing simple ingredients that highlight fresh, tangy, and subtly spicy notes.
Ingredients
- 1-2 pounds Shrimp see note, medium or large, raw
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lime juice 2-3 juicy limes, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, soy sauce, and crushed red pepper flakes. Pour mixture into a large resealable bag.
- Add shrimp to the bag, press the excess air out, and seal. Chill for 15 minutes.
- GRILL shrimp on skewers or on a grill pan over medium heat, 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Or BAKE shrimp in a single layer on a greased sheet pan at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes until pink and cooked through.
- Garnish with extra lime juice and cilantro if desired and serve.
Notes
- For optimal flavor, use peeled and deveined shrimp; tails can be left on or removed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 237 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 237kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 286mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 1112mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 19IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 169mg | 17% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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