15 Minute Cilantro Lime Shrimp
Tender jumbo shrimp finished in a fresh cilantro lime sauce made with a whole bunch of cilantro, garlic, onion, and olive oil. A homemade version of Costco's cilantro lime shrimp that's naturally low carb and gluten free.
Servings: 4
Calories: 274kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil for cooking
Cilantro Lime Sauce
- 1 bunch cilantro about 1 ½ to 2 cups including stems
- ¼ medium onion about ⅓ cup
- 4 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ juice and zest of half a large lime add more depending on taste
- salt to taste
Optional Sauce Ingredients:
- pinch of red pepper flakes optional for spice
- 1 large jalapeno, deseeded optional for spice
- a handful of any other herbs - basil, parsley, scallions, chives, etc add any other herbs you have on hand, about ¼ to ⅓ cup
Instructions
Make the Cilantro Lime Sauce
- Add the cilantro, onion, garlic, lime juice and zest, salt, and any optional add-ins to a food processor. Leave out the olive oil for now.
- Pulse several times until finely chopped.
- With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to combine everything into a sauce. Taste, adjust lime and salt, and set aside.
Cook the shrimp
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the avocado oil.
- Once the pan is hot, add the shrimp and cook until they begin to turn pink, about 1 to 1½ minutes.
- Stir in the desired amount of cilantro lime sauce and sauté until the shrimp are cooked through, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately with extra sauce and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The fresh herbs lose some flavor over time, so it's best the day it's made.
- Herb swaps: Use any soft herbs you have alongside the cilantro, such as basil, parsley, scallions, or chives.
- Using leftover shrimp: Add to tacos or burrito bowls, lettuce wraps, or salads, or serve cold as an appetizer.
- Using leftover sauce: Use as a marinade or spoon over grilled proteins or vegetables. Whisk with oil and vinegar for a dressing, or stir into mayo or sour cream for a dip.
- Marinating seafood: Keep it to 30 minutes or less. The lime acid will start to "cook" the seafood.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 883mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 3mg