Authentic Mexican Shrimp
A vibrant and flavorful shrimp dish infused with garlic, lime, and Mexican spices, perfect for tacos or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the cooked shrimp and mix well.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve in tacos, salads, or as a standalone dish.
Notes
Leftover shrimp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently with a splash of lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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