Shrimp are a perfect choice for hot days and those times when you just don't feel like cooking an elaborate meal. This easy cilantro and lime shrimp recipe cooks in one pan and is ready in less than 10 minutes. This easy dinner recipe will become your new best friend!
Serve this flavorful seafood recipe with cilantro rice or your favorite grain. Don't forget a fresh vegetable on the side.
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- ground cayenne pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Here's how to make it:
- Put the shrimp into a bowl. Add the garlic, cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the shrimp and cook about 1 to 2 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Add the lime juice, lime zest and cilantro. Toss and serve.
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