Cilantro Lime Shrimp
Cilantro Lime Shrimp are bursting with bright citrus flavor and a little kick of cayenne.
Servings 4
Calories 239kcal
Ingredients
- 24 ounces large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne more to taste
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with the salt, cumin, and cayenne.
- Cook, stirring often, for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp is pink and opaque.
- Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute more.
- Remove from heat and add the lime juice and cilantro. Stir well to combine.
- Serve immediately.
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Notes
You can use any size shrimp you prefer. Adjust cook time accordingly.
Add additional cayenne pepper for more of a spicy kick or swap it out for chili powder to keep it more mild.
Nutrition
Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 359mg | Sodium: 1250mg | Net Carbs: 2g