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Sizzling Shrimp Skillet Fiesta

This quick and easy recipe brings together succulent shrimp, warm spices, and a zesty lime finish. Perfect as a weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer – the Sizzling Shrimp Skillet Fiesta is versatile and delicious.
1
16 min
TOTAL TIME
408
CALORIES
$5.14
PER SERVING
Sizzling Shrimp Skillet Fiesta
Ingredients
9 INGREDIENTS
2 SERVINGS
Olive Oil
2 tbsp olive oil
divided
Lime
1 whole lime
cut into wedges
Garlic
1 clove garlic
minced
Shrimp
20 medium shrimp
peeled and deveined
Chili Powder
1/2 tsp chili powder
Onion Powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
Ground Cumin
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Smoked Paprika
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Kosher Salt
1/4 tsp kosher salt
Directions
5 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
6 min
COOK TIME
16 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt.
2
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 24 hours for better flavor.
3
Heat a large heavy-duty or cast iron skillet on medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
4
Cook the shrimp in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
5
Remove the skillet from heat and finish by squeezing lime wedges over the cooked shrimp. Serve hot with additional lime wedges on the side.
Health Info
Macros
5g
CARBS
16g
FAT
60g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
KETO
LOW CARB
MEDITERRANEAN
PALEO
WHOLE 30
Contains these allergens
CRUSTACEAN SHELLFISH
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