Best 12 Spicy Chile Lime Shrimp Recipes

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For seafood lovers seeking a tantalizing culinary journey, "Spicy Chile Lime Shrimp" emerges as a delectable dish that promises an explosion of flavors. This article embarks on a quest to unveil the secrets behind crafting the perfect spicy chile lime shrimp, guiding you through a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With a harmonious blend of zesty chiles, tangy lime, and succulent shrimp, this dish promises a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a realm of culinary bliss. Prepare to embark on a culinary voyage where taste and aroma converge, creating an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI LIME SHRIMP



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These delicious chili and lime shrimp are loaded with flavor and perfect for a quick and easy low carb meal. Made with simple ingredients and quick to cook.

Provided by Yumna Jawad

Categories     Main Course

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
¼ cup lime juice (plus zest of one lime)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic cloves (pressed)
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon Kosher salt
¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro (for serving)
1 lime (cut into wedges, for serving)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Add the uncooked shrimp to the marinade, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Add shrimp to a large heated pan over medium heat, and cook until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 1182 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY CHILE LIME SHRIMP



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Tiger shrimp are tossed in a spicy chile lime mix. Enjoy!

Provided by sk65

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound cooked tiger shrimp, thawed and tails removed
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or to taste
1 medium onion, diced
2 jalapeno peppers, diced
3 cloves garlic, diced
1 (1/2 inch) piece ginger, grated
1 lime, halved
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
salt to taste
⅓ cup milk, or as needed
½ cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Toss shrimp and soy sauce together in a bowl and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add jalapeno peppers, garlic, and ginger. Squeeze in 1/2 of the lime and mix until combined, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Add milk slowly until batter is thin and runny.
  • Heat 1/2 cup oil in a frying pan. Dip shrimp in batter to lightly coat; fry in batches until golden, about 1 minute per side. Toss fried shrimp with jalapeno mixture. Squeeze remaining lime juice on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 223 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1102 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHILI'S SPICY GARLIC & LIME SHRIMP



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I have not had these shrimp at the Chili's restaurant, but have frequently made this recipe. We like to serve them as appetizers. However, they are equally as good tossed with some pasta (with or without alfredo sauce). The recipe came from Top Secret Recipes and has been a favorite at our house for quite some time.

Provided by Ms B.

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, pressed
24 fresh large shrimp, peeled (about 1 pound)
1 lime
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Make the seasoning blend by combining all the spices in a small bowl.
  • Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add butter to the pan.
  • When the butter is melted, stir in the pressed garlic.
  • Immediately, add the shrimp to the pan.
  • Cut the lime in half and squeeze each half into the pan over the shrimp.
  • Sprinkle the entire seasoning blend over the shrimp, and give it all a good stir.
  • Saute the shrimp for 5 to 8 minutes or until they begin to brown.
  • Be sure to cook both sides of all the shrimp.

CHILE LIME GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 51m

Yield 12 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds frozen, shelled and deveined large shrimp, thawed
1 (12-ounce) bottle Mexican chile and lime marinade (recommended: Lawry's)
Cooking oil, for grill
1 (8-ounce) container sour cream
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
12 corn tortillas
1 (6-ounce) bag shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup frozen chopped onion, thawed
1 cup prepared guacamole
1 lime, for garnish

Steps:

  • Marinate the shrimp in the chili and lime marinade for at least 5 minutes but no more than 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Brush the grill with a paper towel that has been soaked in cooking oil. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and place on the grill. Grill the shrimp until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Mix the sour cream with chipotle and adobe sauce.
  • Wrap the tortillas in a damp towel. Place on a plate and microwave for 45 seconds.
  • Build the taco with the shrimp, cabbage, onion and guacamole and top with the chipotle sour cream. Garnish with lime wedges.

HONEY CHILE SHRIMP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 limes, 2 zested and juiced and 1 halved
3 green onions, chopped, whites and greens separated
1 mounded tablespoon chile garlic paste
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • When the oil is hot, add the shrimp and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the shrimp start to turn pink and are almost cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the lime zest and the whites of the green onions. Stir into the shrimp and cook until the onion whites soften, about a minute, then add the chile garlic paste, honey and lime juice. Stir to combine, then continue to cook until the sauce has a syrupy consistency, an additional 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a small platter and garnish with the green onion tops. Zest one of the lime halves over the dish, then cut the remaining half into wedges and serve alongside.

CRUNCHY CHILI LIME SHRIMP



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Easy, quick and family friendly, this chili lime shrimp recipe is dairy free and comes together in about 30 minutes. The secret is the bright, flavor-packed sauce. Serve over greens, store-bought slaw or cauliflower rice. -Julie Peterson Crofton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium lime
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
Optional: Additional lime wedges and cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place the first 7 ingredients in a greased 15x10x1-in. pan. Finely grate zest from lime. Cut lime crosswise in half; squeeze juice. Add zest and juice to shrimp mixture; toss to coat., In a small bowl, combine crushed chips, cilantro and oil; sprinkle over shrimp mixture. Bake until shrimp turn pink, 12-15 minutes. Top with tomatoes and avocado. If desired, serve with additional lime wedges and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY LIME GRILLED SHRIMP



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Grilled shrimp with a lime base and some kick!

Provided by Kimmy K

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (such as Emeril's Essence®)
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp (30-40 per pound)

Steps:

  • Mix together the Cajun seasoning, lime juice, and vegetable oil in a resealable plastic bag. Add the shrimp, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate. Remove the shrimp from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook the shrimp on the preheated grill until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 86.3 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 632.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHILE-LIME SHRIMP WITH CREAMY CHIPOTLE DIP



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Lime juice and peel add a tangy citrus flavor to a spicy marinade. Serve the cooked shrimp with a creamy dip for even more flavor!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 limes
24 uncooked extra-large (16 to 20 per pound) deveined peeled shrimp with tail shells left on (about 1 1/2 lb)
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 large chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can), finely chopped (1 tablespoon)
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Reserve 1 lime for garnish. Grate 1 teaspoon peel from other lime. Cut lime in half; squeeze enough juice to measure 2 tablespoons. Set peel and juice aside.
  • Butterfly each shrimp by cutting along the outside curve through the fleshiest part for about 1 1/2 inches, cutting almost to the inside curve. The shrimp should spread open.
  • In 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix oil, garlic, pepper flakes, lime juice and grated lime peel. Shake lightly to mix. Add shrimp. Seal bag; rotate to coat all of shrimp. Refrigerate 30 to 60 minutes to marinate.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey mustard, chipotle chile and adobo sauce. Cover; refrigerate until serving.
  • Heat oven to 400°F. Remove shrimp from marinade; place in 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Open each shrimp, arranging in pan so that cut portion is on pan with tail tucked in. Discard marinade.
  • Bake 5 to 7 minutes, rearranging shrimp halfway through bake time, until shrimp are pink. Place on serving platter; sprinkle with cilantro. Spoon dip into bowl. Cut reserved lime into wedges. Garnish dip with wedges. Serve shrimp with dip. Store any remaining shrimp and dip in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Shrimp and About 2 Teaspoons Dip), Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICY CHIPOTLE, LIME AND GINGER SHRIMP



Spicy Chipotle, Lime and Ginger Shrimp image

Make this shrimp on its own as an app, or add whole grain pasta for a filling, guilt-free dinner that packs a serious flavor punch.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons grated gingerroot
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon chopped chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can)
2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from can of chipotle chiles)
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb uncooked large shrimp (21 to 30 count), peeled (with tail shells left on), deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, stir brown sugar and water. Cook over medium heat 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining marinade ingredients. Reserve 2 tablespoons marinade in medium bowl.
  • Pat shrimp dry; place in another medium bowl. Add remaining marinade and stir to coat. Let stand at room temperature to marinate 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Spray grill basket (grill "wok") with cooking spray. Spoon shrimp into basket. Place basket on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring once, or until shrimp are pink. Transfer shrimp to medium bowl with reserved marinade. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and the cilantro; toss to thoroughly combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

SHRIMP IN SPICY LIME SAUCE



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Few people I know have gone food hunting in Cambodia, so I was curious when Deb Winson, a New York-based food stylist, came back with an ecstatic report. ''Everything was so fresh and beautiful, and everything was so simple,'' she said. When I asked her to describe her favorite dish, she told me about a great preparation for shrimp cooked in lime. The ingredients were much as I expected: limes, sugar, salt, chiles and garlic, all common in Southeast Asian cooking. But the technique sounded unusual. The shrimp were not stir-fried, as you might expect, but instead were simmered in a very pungent sauce so that they took on strong flavor and still stayed juicy. This is my version.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, seafood, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

About 1/2 cup lime juice (4 to 6 limes)
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, more to taste
2 tablespoons neutral oil, like canola or grape seed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes, or to taste
1 1/2 pounds peeled shrimp, or 3 pounds head-on shrimp, left unpeeled
Minced cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, sugar and salt. Place oil in a 10- or 12-inch skillet, and turn the heat to high. A minute later, add the garlic and chile flakes and cook the garlic until it just begins to brown. Immediately add the lime juice mixture all at once, and cook until it reduces by half, or even more, 3 to 5 minutes. There should be only about 1/4 cup of liquid in the skillet, and it should be syrupy.
  • Add the shrimp, and cook over high heat. The shrimp will give off liquid of their own and begin to turn pink almost immediately. After about 2 minutes, stir contents of pan. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally until all the shrimp are pink, about 4 minutes total. Taste, adjust seasoning, garnish with cilantro and serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 240, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 964 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPICY SHRIMP WITH LIME AND CILANTRO



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This recipe comes from Jenny Rosenstrach, whose blog dedicated to family dinners, Dinner: A Love Story, became a book. Make a triple or quadruple batch, so you'll have some at the ready next time.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (or 1 teaspoon paprika)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/4 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Chopped cilantro (optional), for serving
Lime wedges (optional), for serving
Toasted whole-wheat naan (optional), for serving
Plain yogurt (optional), for serving

Steps:

  • Combine salt, paprika, cumin, curry powder, cayenne, and cinnamon. Sprinkle over shrimp and toss to combine.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until opaque throughout, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve shrimp with cilantro, lime wedges, naan, and yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

CRISPY SHRIMP CAKES WITH CHILE-LIME MAYO



Crispy Shrimp Cakes With Chile-Lime Mayo image

Savory fried shrimp cakes are popular in coastal areas in many parts of the world, with each region adding its own vibrant flavors to the mix. Here, the golden-edged patties are shot through with fresh basil and cilantro for brightness, chiles for heat and a little fish sauce (an ingredient often found in Southeast Asian recipes) for depth. Then, as an untraditional binder, crushed-up rice cakes are mixed in with the shrimp for an ethereal, especially crisp result. But panko or cracker crumbs make acceptable substitutes if rice cakes aren't available.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     weekday, seafood, main course

Time 45m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 to 5 large original or lightly salted rice cakes, or 6 to 10 thin cakes (see Tip)
1 pound shelled large raw shrimp (20 to 24), coarsely chopped
1/4 cup minced shallot (or use onion or scallion)
6 tablespoons chopped cilantro
6 tablespoons chopped basil leaves, more for serving
3 tablespoons minced jalapeño or red chile pepper
2 1/2 teaspoons fish sauce
Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 lime
Safflower, peanut or grapeseed oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In the bowl of the food processor (or you can use a blender), add the rice cakes and pulse until you get 1 1/4 cups rice cake crumbs. Return 1/4 cup crumbs to the food processor, reserving the remaining 1 cup for coating the cakes.
  • Add shrimp, shallot, 4 tablespoons each of the cilantro and basil, and 2 tablespoons jalapeño to the crumbs. Add 2 teaspoons fish sauce, and a pinch each salt and pepper. Pulse until the mixture forms a coarse, chunky paste. (Be careful not to overprocess; if using a blender, scrape down the sides frequently.) Transfer to a bowl, cover and refrigerate while you make the sauce (at least 15 minutes and up to 24 hours).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, remaining cilantro, basil, jalapeño and fish sauce. Zest the lime into the bowl, then cut the naked lime into wedges and squeeze in some juice. Salt to taste. Reserve extra lime wedges for serving.
  • Spread remaining 1 cup rice cake crumbs out onto a plate or sheet pan. With wet hands to keep shrimp paste from sticking, form 2 tablespoons of shrimp mixture into a 1/2-inch-thick patty and put it on top of the crumbs. Repeat with remaining shrimp mixture, re-wetting your hands as necessary. Turn the patties over in the crumbs to coat both sides.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Fry patties in batches until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Serve shrimp cakes topped with more basil leaves, with chile-lime sauce for dunking and lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh shrimp, limes, and cilantro will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become tough and rubbery.
  • Make sure the sauce is flavorful: The sauce is what really makes this dish, so make sure it's packed with flavor. Use a good quality chili powder, lime juice, and cilantro.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, tortillas, or salad.

Conclusion:

This spicy chile lime shrimp is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great dish for entertaining, as it can be easily doubled or tripled. The shrimp is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with chili powder, lime juice, and cilantro. Serve with your favorite sides, such as rice, tortillas, or salad.

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