Best 4 Lime Cilantro Shrimp Skewers Recipes

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**Lime Cilantro Shrimp Skewers: A Journey of Flavors**

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Lime Cilantro Shrimp Skewers, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Succulent shrimp, marinated in a vibrant blend of zesty limes, aromatic cilantro, and a touch of garlic, are skillfully skewered and grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of citrusy brightness, herbaceous freshness, and a hint of savory smokiness. Served with a refreshing cilantro-lime dipping sauce, these skewers are a delightful appetizer, main course, or addition to your next barbecue gathering. Embark on this culinary adventure and savor the vibrant flavors of our Lime Cilantro Shrimp Skewers.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP



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Cilantro Lime Shrimp is one of the easiest and quickest ways to prepare shrimp and also one of the most divine! The shrimp is tossed with fiesta seasonings before cooking and garlic cilantro lime butter after cooking so the juicy shrimp is exploding with flavor. This easy shrimp recipe can be cooked on the stove, in the oven or grilled (all instructions included) and it can be served with anything! Cilantro lime shrimp is a meal in itself with a side of veggies and rice/quinoa or instantly transforms tacos, salads, burritos, wraps, etc. (tons of ideas included) into the most epic meal ever!

Provided by Jen

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds jumbo or extra jumbo shrimp (16-21 ct) (peeled with tails left on and deveined)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, (divided)
2 tablespoons olive oil, (divided)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tsp EACH chili powder, ground cumin, onion powder
1/2 tsp EACH smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped ((measure before chopping))
3-4 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Add marinade ingredients to a large bowl and whisk to combine. Add shrimp and marinate at room temperature for 15-30 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to 60 minutes (no more!). Note, this is a wet rub marinade and will be thick without extra liquid.
  • Melt one tablespoon butter in one tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium-high. Once very hot and sizzling, add half the shrimp in a single layer and cook approximately 2-3 minutes per side, or just until opaque and cooked through. Transfer shrimp to a plate and repeat with remaining shrimp.
  • To the now empty skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and add the cilantro and lime juice and stir to combine. Add shrimp back to the skillet and stir to evenly coat. Taste and season with salt, pepper, cayenne and/or lime juice to taste.

CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP



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A quick garlicky lime marinade works magic on these juicy shrimp. They come off the grill with huge flavors perfect for your next cookout. -Melissa Rodriguez, Van Nuys, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/3 cup lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
Lime slices

Steps:

  • Mix first 9 ingredients; toss with shrimp. Let stand 15 minutes., Thread shrimp and lime slices onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat until shrimp turn pink, 2-4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TEQUILA LIME SHRIMP SKEWERS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup tequila
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1-ounce freshly chopped cilantro leaves
1/2 fresh red onion, chopped
Salt and pepper
12 medium raw shrimp

Steps:

  • Combine all marinade ingredients and marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes. Place them on skewers and grill for 3 minutes on each side.

CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP



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So simple, yet so tasty! Found this recipe in The Gourmet Cookbook. Serve as an appetizer or use the jumbo shrimp and serve as the entree!. A refreshing balance of hot and sour!

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Mexican

Time 21m

Yield 20-24 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large garlic cloves, minced and mashed
1 1/8 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (20-24 to the pound)

Steps:

  • Mix together garlic and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Whisk together garlic paste, lime juice, marmalade, cilantro, 3 tablespoons oil, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Transfer 1/3 of mixture to small serving bowl and reserve for dipping sauce.
  • Combine shrimp with remaining mixture in a large sealable plastic bag and seal bag, pressing out excess air.
  • Marinate shrimp, refrigerated, turning bag once, for 15 minutes.
  • Drain shrimp and gently pat dry.
  • Shrimp can be cooked on the girll or. . .
  • Pan Fried:
  • Heat 1 1/2 teaspoon oil in a large non-stick skillet over moderately high heat.
  • Add half of shrimp and cook, turning occasisionly until shrimp is cooked through, about 3 minutes total.
  • Tranfer to a platter and cook the remaining shrimp in 1 1/2 teaspoons of oil.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with dipping sauce.

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Tips:

- For the best flavor, use fresh, juicy limes. - If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp skewers in a grill pan over medium heat. - To prevent the shrimp from sticking to the skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling. - Baste the shrimp skewers with the marinade while grilling to keep them moist and flavorful. - Serve the shrimp skewers with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a cilantro-lime crema or a spicy mango salsa. ###

Conclusion:

Lime Cilantro Shrimp Skewers are a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful blend of lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and cumin, then grilled to perfection. The result is a succulent, juicy shrimp that is bursting with flavor. Serve the shrimp skewers with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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