Description
Mexican-inspired grilled lime shrimp emerge as a zesty culinary delight combining tangy citrus and succulent seafood. Garlic, chili, and cilantro elevate this quick dish that lets home cooks shine with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 grams) raw extra jumbo shrimp (16–20 per pound), peeled and deveined
- ⅓ cup (79 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tsps brown sugar
- 1 tsp minced jalapeño
- Thin slices of fresh lime (if placing shrimp on skewers)
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Wedges of fresh lime for squeezing over top of grilled shrimp
Instructions
- Preparation: Submerge wooden skewers in water for a minimum of 30 minutes to prevent charring and ensure safe grilling.
- Marinade Creation: Combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, and selected seasonings in a blender, processing until a unified, aromatic liquid forms.
- Shrimp Marination: Thoroughly coat peeled and deveined shrimp with the prepared marinade, massaging to guarantee complete flavor penetration, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours, occasionally turning to promote even seasoning.
- Grill Preparation: Heat grill to medium-high temperature and lightly brush grates with oil to prevent adhesion and facilitate effortless shrimp removal.
- Skewering: Artfully thread marinated shrimp onto pre-soaked skewers, interlacing with fresh lime slices to enhance visual presentation and impart additional citrus essence.
- Grilling: Position skewered shrimp on heated grill, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until they transition from translucent to opaque, developing appetizing char marks.
- Serving: Transfer grilled skewers to an attractive platter, generously garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, and accompany with lime wedges for personalized citrus enhancement, creating a visually stunning and flavorful seafood dish.
Notes
- Soak Skewers Strategically: Prevent wooden skewers from burning by submerging them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling, protecting against potential flame incidents and ensuring even cooking.
- Craft Flavor-Packed Marinade: Blend olive oil, lime juice, and garlic into a smooth mixture, creating a zesty base that deeply penetrates and tenderizes shrimp for maximum taste sensation.
- Marinate with Precision: Refrigerate shrimp for 2-3 hours, occasionally turning to guarantee uniform seasoning and develop rich, complex flavors throughout the seafood.
- Grill Like a Pro: Cook shrimp on medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side, watching for color transformation from translucent to opaque with beautiful char marks, indicating perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 2 to 3 hours
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg