Sautéed Shrimp
, with lime wedges and cilantro. It looks like a simple but flavorful dish. Here’s a potential recipe:
Ingredients:
Shrimp: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Oil: 2 tablespoons olive oil or other cooking oil
Garlic: 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices:
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste
Lime: 2-3 limes, cut into wedges
Fresh Cilantro: For garnish
Recipe Idea (Sautéed/Grilled Shrimp with Lime and Cilantro):
1.Prepare the shrimp: Make sure the shrimp are peeled and deveined. Pat them dry with paper towels. This helps them brown better.
2.Mix the spices: In a small bowl, combine the red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3.Cook the shrimp (Sautéed):
-Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
-Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
-Add the shrimp and the spice mixture to the skillet.
-Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become rubbery.
4.Cook the shrimp (Grilled):
-Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
-Toss the shrimp with the oil, garlic, and spice mixture.
-Thread the shrimp onto skewers (optional, but it makes grilling easier).
-Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
5.Finish and serve:
-Remove the shrimp from the heat.
-Squeeze fresh lime juice over the shrimp.
-Garnish with fresh cilantro.
-Serve immediately with lime wedges.