Description
Chili Lime Shrimp is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings together succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of chili and lime. Perfect for summer barbecues or casual family dinners, this recipe is quick to prepare and incredibly versatile. You can serve it as an appetizer, toss it into salads, or pair it with rice for a complete meal. With fresh ingredients and a cooking time of just 25 minutes, itβs an easy choice that will impress your guests while fitting seamlessly into any healthy eating plan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail-on)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cilantro (or parsley), chopped
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Soak bamboo skewers in cold water for 15 minutes.
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, Thai sweet chili sauce, garlic, honey, and salt.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or oven (400Β°F/200Β°C). If grilling, thread shrimp onto soaked skewers and grill for about 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through. If baking, place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for about 10 minutes until pink.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust the amount of chili sauce to suit your spice preference. Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges before serving.