CHIPOTLE DRY-RUB SHRIMP WITH CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE

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My mom clipped this recipe from a June 2000 edition of the Houston Chronicle. It's originally from a cookbook called "Off the Eaten Path: Inspired Recipes for Adventurous Cooks". This is a great, zesty grilled shrimp dish!

Provided by loof751

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 lb jumbo shrimp (uncooked)
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup cilantro leaf (stemmed)
3 tablespoons lime juice (fresh is best)
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Shell and devein the shrimp. Pat dry.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the oregano, thyme, lemon-pepper, ground chipotle, salt and pepper. Add shrimp and toss thoroughly.
  • Put the cilantro and lime juice in a blender and blend until cilantro is liquified. Pour into a small bowl and stir in sour cream. Refrigerate until the shrimp is cooked.
  • Skewer the shrimp or place in a grill basket. Cook on a hot grill about 2 minutes per side, until shrimp are no longer translucent. Brush both sides lightly with oil while cooking.
  • Serve hot or at room temperature with the dipping sauce.

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