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Fresh Cilantro Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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Bright, fresh, and smoky grilled shrimp skewers marinated in a zesty cilantro lime dressing, perfect for quick and easy summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
  • Juice of 2 large limes (about ¼ cup or 60 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ¼ cup fresh lime juice, ½ cup finely chopped cilantro, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, and a generous pinch of salt and black pepper.
  2. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade and toss gently until all shrimp are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
  4. Remove shrimp from marinade (reserve leftover marinade) and thread 4 to 5 shrimp per skewer.
  5. Lightly oil the grill grates using a brush or paper towel dipped in oil held with tongs.
  6. Grill shrimp skewers over direct heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque with slight grill marks.
  7. Optionally, brush reserved marinade on shrimp during the last side of grilling for extra flavor (do not use raw marinade for dipping or serving unless boiled).
  8. Remove skewers from grill and let rest for a minute before serving.

Notes

Do not marinate shrimp longer than 20 minutes to avoid rubbery texture. Soak wooden skewers before grilling to prevent burning. If no grill is available, use a grill pan or broiler and watch shrimp carefully as they cook fast. Reserved marinade should be boiled before using as a glaze or sauce.

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