Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipes

Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled
• 3/4 tsp ground cumin
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 tsp olive oil
• 8 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 Tbsp lime juice (1 medium lime)
• 3-4 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

1. Defrost the shrimp if necessary, by running them under cold water for 7 minutes. Then peel and devein them. Remove the tails, if desired.


2. In a large bowl, season the shrimp with cumin, salt, and pepper.
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3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tsp. olive oil to the pan, then add half of the shrimp. Cook them, without stirring, for 2 minutes.
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4. Turn the shrimp over and cook until completely opaque (about 1 minute). Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.

5. Put the remaining uncooked shrimp into the pan with 2 tsp. olive oil. Cook them undisturbed for 2 minutes. Then add the garlic and continue cooking until they are opaque.
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6. Add the other shrimp back to the pan, mixing well with the garlic. Once they are well coated remove the pan from the heat.

7. Place them into a serving bowl and squeeze the lime over them. Then add the cilantro and stir until well combined. Enjoy!
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