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Cilantro Lime Shrimp

Cultural Context

Cilantro Lime Shrimp is a vibrant dish that embodies the fresh flavors of Mexican cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed in coastal regions, this dish showcases the use of shrimp, a staple seafood, combined with zesty lime and aromatic cilantro. It's a popular choice for quick weeknight dinners and is often served with rice or tortillas. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its origins, with variations appearing in many culinary traditions around the world.

MexicanUSmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup cilantro
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika powder
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
200 ml olive oil
shrimp

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๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: bell pepper

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: green chili

Bell pepper offers a milder flavor while reducing heat.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Chop cilantro until you have 1/4 cup.

2

Grate 2 cloves of garlic into a bowl of cilantro.

3

Add 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika powder, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the bowl.

4

Cut a lime and squeeze it into the bowl.

5

Add 200 ml of olive oil and mix everything together.

6

Prepare the shrimp by peeling off the skin and head, and devein the shrimp.

7

Wipe the shrimp with a kitchen towel.

8

Pour the marinade over the shrimp and mix it well.

9

Brush the air fryer rack with some cooking oil to prevent sticking.

10

Arrange the shrimp in the air fryer without overlapping.

11

Air fry at 180โ„ƒ for 13 minutes, flipping halfway through and brushing with more sauce.

12

Once done, serve the shrimp immediately.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautรฉing

Equipment Needed

air fryermixing bowlkitchen towel

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Cilantro Lime Prawns

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