LIME AND CILANTRO SHRIMP

Lime and Cilantro Shrimp image

Provided by susie cooks

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup orange marmalade
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb shrimp
salt and pepper

Steps:

Whisk together lime juice, marmalade, garlic, cilantro, 3 tablespoons of oil, soy sauce, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper (to taste).
Reserve 1/3 cup of marinade in a small bowl for dipping.
Put shrimp in a large ziplock bag and cover with the remaining marinade.
Refridgerate for about 45 minutes.
Drain shrimp and lightly pat dry with paper towels.
In a large non-stick skillet, over moderately high heat, heat 1 and 1/2 teaspoons oil.
Saute 1/2 the shrimp.
Repeat with remaining 1 and 1/2 teaspoons oil and shrimp.
Serve with reserved dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 208.6, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 6.3, Protein 12.2