Chili Lime Shrimp
Large shrimp quickly marinated with lime, garlic, and warm chili spices, then seared and finished with fresh cilantro.
Instructions
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Step 1
Pat the shrimp dry. Mince the garlic and chop the cilantro, keeping the cilantro aside for finishing.
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Step 2
Whisk 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil with 3 tbsp (45 ml) lime juice, the garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, honey, salt, and black pepper.
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Step 3
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Marinate for 10 minutes.
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Step 4
Heat the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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Step 5
Lift the shrimp from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and arrange them in one layer in the skillet. Discard the used marinade and cook the shrimp for 2 minutes per side, until opaque and 63°C internally, then transfer them to a clean platter.
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Step 6
Drizzle the shrimp with the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) lime juice, add the cilantro, and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Keep raw shrimp chilled, prevent its juices and marinade from contacting ready-to-eat foods, and cook it to an internal temperature of 63°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Risk factors
- raw shellfish
- cross-contamination from raw marinade
- rapid overcooking after reaching a safe temperature