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Cilantro Lime Shrimp

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🍀 This Cilantro Lime Shrimp recipe comes together quickly, delivering fresh and zesty flavors in about 10 minutes.
🌿 It’s a light, protein-packed dish perfect for a quick meal, ideal served over rice or in tacos and salads.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp

1/4 plus 1/8 teaspoon cumin

Kosher salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 teaspoons olive oil

5 crushed garlic cloves

2 tablespoons lime juice from one medium lime

3 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1-First, take your 1 1/2 pounds of peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp and pat them dry. This helps them brown nicely when you cook them. Next, season with 1/4 plus 1/8 teaspoon cumin, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste, giving the shrimp a flavorful base.

2-In a hot nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in two batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking each batch for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. This method lets them sear properly and lock in juices.

3-Once cooked, squeeze 2 tablespoons of lime juice from one medium lime over the shrimp and sprinkle on 3 to 4 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro. For the best taste, serve right away over rice, in tacos, salads, or bowls. If you’re adapting for dietary needs, try substituting with tofu and reduce cook time to keep it tender.

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Notes

⏱️ Cook shrimp in batches to ensure proper browning and even cooking.
🌿 Use fresh cilantro and lime juice for the best bright flavors.
🍀 Avoid overcooking shrimp; they should be opaque and just firm to the touch.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: SautΓ©ing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2/3 cup
  • Calories: 119 calories
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 144mg