Grilled Shrimp Infused with Chili Lime, Served with Green Salsa
Spicy-Cool Shrimp and Salsa Verde Delight
Craving a unique culinary adventure? Dive into this invigorating recipe that marries the zest of grilled shrimp with a spicy-cool salsa verde. Perfect for a spring or summer feast!
- Serves: 4-6
- Difficulty: Easy peasy
- Total Time: Approximately 20 minutes
- Active Time: All within the same quick span
Ingredients (9-ish)
- 24 succulent, jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 1.4 pounds tomatillos, stripped and rinsed
- ½ cup cilantro leaves, freshly chopped
- ½ sweet onion, finely diced
- Juice of 2 limes, fresh
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Set aside 1 tablespoon lime juice. In a bowl, whisk together the remaining lime juice, chili powder, and olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt. Toss the shrimp in the marinade, ensuring they're well-coated.
- While the shrimp are steeping in their marinade, pop those tomatillos, cut-side down, on a foil-lined baking sheet. Fire up your broiler and let 'em grill for about 5 minutes until those tomatillo skins blacken slightly.
- Add the broiled tomatillos, 1 tablespoon lime juice, onions, jalapeños, and a pinch of salt to a blender or food processor. Process until smooth but still slightly chunky. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Chill this vibrant salsa in the fridge.
- Don't forget those shrimp! Give 'em a stir in the marinade to ensure even coating. Cook 'em up on a grill pan or your trusty grill until they're bright pink and cooked through.
- Arrange a shallow serving bowl and dollop about ½ cup of that tangy salsa verde along the bottom. Stand your beautifully grilled shrimp, tail-up, in the salsa. Serve and devour! Fist bumps for a scrumptious meal!
Bonus InsightsLooking to level up your dish? Consider sprinkling the shrimp with a touch of citrus zest or inserting a slice of lime in each shrimp before serving for that extra punch of flavor. Or try experimenting with other mild heat sources like pineapple or habanero peppers for some tropical heat. Happy cooking, adventurous chefs! 🍽️🔥🌍🌶️
- This recipe yields a tantalizing dish that serves 4-6 people, with the zesty Spicy-Cool Shrimp paired alongside a vibrant salsa verde.
- For those seeking a nutritional breakdown, each serving may include approximately sure tablespoons of salsa verde.
- To ensure a delightful experience, follow the provided instructions carefully for an easy peasy, 20-minute cooking journey, resulting in a truly unique culinary adventure.
