Cilantro Lime Shrimp
Effortless and speedy, Cilantro Lime Shrimp is packed with vibrant flavors – and can be prepared in just a matter of minutes!
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp
- 5 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 to 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1/4 plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Equipment Needed
- large deep skillet
Instructions
- 1
Sprinkle the shrimp with cumin, along with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- 2
Place a large nonstick skillet on the stove and heat it over medium-high warmth.
- 3
Pour 1 teaspoon of oil into the skillet, then add half of the shrimp. Allow them to cook without stirring for approximately 2 minutes. Flip the shrimp over and continue cooking until they are fully opaque, around 1 minute. Once done, transfer them to a plate.
- 4
Add the remaining teaspoon of oil and the rest of the shrimp to the skillet. Cook them without disturbance for about 2 minutes. Afterward, flip the shrimp, toss in the garlic, and cook until the shrimp turns opaque throughout, which should take about 1 minute.
- 5
Return the first batch of shrimp to the skillet, ensuring to mix everything thoroughly so that the garlic is well distributed, then remove the skillet from the heat.
- 6
Drizzle the lime juice over the shrimp mixture. Incorporate the cilantro, tossing everything together well, and serve immediately.