Chipotle Lime Grilled Shrimp (Print View)

Smoky chipotle-lime shrimp grilled to perfection alongside fluffy cilantro-lime rice with a hint of heat.

# Components:

→ Chipotle Lime Shrimp

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp lime juice (approximately 1 lime)
04 - 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tsp honey
07 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Cilantro Lime Rice

11 - 1 cup long grain white rice
12 - 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
13 - 1 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
15 - Zest of 1 lime
16 - 2 tbsp lime juice (approximately 1 lime)
17 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Garnishes (optional)

18 - Lime wedges
19 - Extra chopped cilantro

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, honey, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add shrimp and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
02 - Rinse rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add rice and stir for 1 to 2 minutes.
03 - Add water or broth and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, then stir in lime zest, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers.
05 - Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
06 - Place grilled shrimp atop cilantro lime rice. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Packed with bold, bright flavors
  • Quick and easy weeknight dinner
02 -
  • For extra heat, add more chipotle or a pinch of cayenne to the marinade
  • If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes
03 -
  • Thread shrimp closely on skewers to keep them juicy
  • Fluff the rice right after cooking to keep it light and fluffy
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