Description
Quick and flavorful grilled shrimp with a zesty chili lime marinade.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 lime, juiced and zested
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper.
- Add shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers if using wooden ones (soak them first).
- Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
- Don’t overcook shrimp to keep them tender.
- Skewers make flipping easier.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican