Description
Juicy grilled shrimp marinated in a bold blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic, and lemon juice. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, these spicy shrimp are perfect for grilling season or a light weeknight meal.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Add shrimp and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high and oil lightly.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers if desired. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from grill and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use lime juice for a citrusy variation.
- Add cayenne or red pepper flakes for more heat.
- Don’t overcook—shrimp cook quickly and stay juicier when removed promptly.
- Serve with aioli or citrus wedges for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
