cilanto lime shrimp

credit source : https://juliasalbum.com/cilantro-lime-shrimp/

why we’re making this
fulfills that went to a restaurant type feel while giving all the credit to yourself.

ingredients
shrimp

• 1.5 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined (large - about 15-20 count per pound)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed + extra
• ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped + extra to garnish

seasoning

• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• ¼ tsp salt to taste

recipe

• in a large bowl, combine shrimp together with seasonings: smoked paprika, chili powder, italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt. toss to coat.
• heat a large, high-sided skillet until hot on medium heat. add olive oil - it should run easily but not sizzle or burn. add shrimp without overcrowding (you might have to cook in 2 batches).
• cook shrimp, flipping it once or twice, on medium heat, about 3-4 minutes total, until pink in color.
• add freshly squeezed lime juice and ⅔ of chopped fresh cilantro on low heat. mix to combine. adjust seasoning if needed: add more salt, red pepper flakes, lime juice, etc. add 1 more tablespoon of olive oil, if needed.
• when serving, top with the remaining ⅓ of chopped fresh cilantro.

ingredient + recipe benefits
shrimp boosts the immune system with vitamins and minerals like b12 + selenium. cilantro provides many benefits including heart health, aiding in digestion, and has antimicrobial properties that help fight infection.