RCI-SW.004.0034.001
Mexican Shrimp
Contributed by [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/world_recipes/ World Recipes Y-Group] This Y-group is
Prep25 min
Cook20 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyadvanced
Ingredients
- medium shrimp1 poundpeeled and deveined
- olive oil2 tablespoonsdivided
- fresh lime juice2 tablespoonsdivided
- garlic clove1 unitpressed
- salt½ teaspoondivided
- freshly ground pepper¼ teaspoondivided
- ¼ teaspoon
- ⅛ teaspoon
- onions2 mediumsliced
- bell peppers2 unitseeded and sliced
- chopped cilantro3 tablespoonsdivided
- 8 unit
- sour cream and salsa (optional)1 unit
Method
1
Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps them brown better during cooking.
2
Combine the shrimp in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice, pressed garlic, ¼ teaspoon of salt, ⅛ teaspoon of freshly ground pepper, cumin, and chili powder, tossing gently to coat evenly. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
10 minutes
3
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
1 minutes
4
Add the marinated shrimp to the hot skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
5 minutes
5
Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the same skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to caramelize.
5 minutes
6
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the vegetables, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice and remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt, and toss to combine over medium heat for 1 minute.
1 minutes
7
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of the chopped cilantro until evenly distributed.
8
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for 15-20 seconds per side, or wrap in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 2-3 minutes.
2 minutes
9
Divide the shrimp and vegetable mixture among the warm tortillas, top with remaining 1 tablespoon of fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with sour cream and salsa on the side if desired.