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Citrus Chili Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1/3 c. extra virgin olive oil plus
- 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1/3 c. fresh orange juice divided
- 2 Tbsp. grated orange rind
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp chili pwdr
- 1/4 tsp grnd cumin
- 1 1/2 lb jumbo (16/20 count) shrimp peeled, deveined (may use large or possibly medium shrimp)
- 1 Tbsp. butter
Directions
- In a medium bowl, mix 1/3 c. extra virgin olive oil, 3 Tbsp. orange juice, orange rind, lime juice, salt, red pepper, chili pwdr and cumin. Add in shrimp and marinate 10 min.
- In a large skillet over high heat, heat butter with remaining Tbsp. of extra virgin olive oil. With a slotted spoon, remove shrimp from marinade; reserve marinade. Add in shrimp to skillet. Cook about 4 min, till no longer pink and just cooked through. Transfer shrimp to a serving plate.
- Add in reserved marinade to skillet; add in remaining orange juice. Bring to a full boil, boil 1 minute. Drizzle flavored oil over shrimp.
- This recipe yields 4 servings.
- Comments: This marinade does double duty: first as a flavoring agent and then as a sauce. We suggest serving the shrimp over steamed asparagus spears for a light and filling low carb meal.
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