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Zesty Mexican Garlic Shrimp

Irresistibly Juicy Zesty Mexican Garlic Shrimp in 15 Minutes

This Zesty Mexican Garlic Shrimp is a quick, gluten-free recipe that bursts with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or your favorite cooking oil
For the Seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to taste
For Freshness
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
Optional Toppings
  • 2 stalks green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Cotija cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prep the ingredients by peeling and deveining the shrimp, mincing the garlic, chopping the cilantro, and squeezing lime juice.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side.
  4. Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lime juice over the shrimp, and sprinkle with cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately with corn tortillas or sides of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, always use fresh shrimp. Adjust seasoning based on personal preference.

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