GRILLED SHRIMP WITH LIME-CILANTRO MARINADE

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Shrimp are magnificent with the lime-and-cilantro flavors of Mexican food...a cold margarita will only reinforce that bond. Enjoy these at your next bar-b-q and you will be a hit! Dean and Deluca.

Provided by JoJoStar

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 8h8m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch fresh cilantro
8 medium chopped scallions
2 green chilies (optional)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 pinch turmeric
3 lbs large shrimp
coarse salt
fresh ground black pepper
chili powder
lime, quartered
fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor place the cilantro leaves and stems, scallions, chilies, garlic, lime juice, cumin, and turmeric.
  • Puree, adding a little water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
  • Peel the shrimp, leaving the tail intact.
  • Devein them, place them in a bowl, and toss with the cilantro puree.
  • Marinate for 8-12 hours.
  • Prepare a moderately hot charcoal fire.
  • When ready to cook, scoop up the shrimp so that more of the marinade remains on one side of each one.
  • Place the shrimp marinade-side up pon the grill.
  • Cook until almost done, about 2 minutes.
  • Turn shrimp over and cook quickly on marinade side, about 1 minute.
  • Remove shrimp from grill.
  • Divide shrimp among serving plates.
  • Pass garnishes at table.
  • Each guest should sprinkle the shrimp with coarse salt, pepper, chili powder, a squeeze of lime juice, and a few cilantro leaves.

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