Description
Delight in the zesty flavors of chili lime shrimp paired with a creamy avocado crema in this vibrant and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Chili Lime Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Avocado Crema:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Make Avocado Crema: Blend avocado, sour cream (or yogurt), lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
- Cook Shrimp: Cook marinated shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Serve: Serve shrimp with avocado crema. Enjoy with rice, tacos, or salad.
Notes
- For extra spice, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the marinade.
- Avocado crema can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
