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Chipotle Lime Shrimp

Spicy chipotle combines with tangy, sweet lime taking your grilled shrimp to a whole new level. You will love this Chipotle Lime Shrimp recipe!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time26 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: 30 minute, game day, shrimp
Servings: 1 lb shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. chipotle powder
  • 1 lime juice and zest

Instructions

  • Mix the chipotle powder, cumin, brown sugar, lime zest, lime juice and cilantro in a bowl.  Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss until coated, then let the shrimp marinate for 20 minutes.
  • Thread the shrimp onto metal skewers, or wood skewers that have been soaked in water for at least 10 minutes.
  • Heat grill to medium-high, then grill the shrimp until cooked (pink and opaque), about 1-2 minutes per side.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Closet Cooking