Mexican Style Lemon Ginger Shrimp (Camarones con Limón y Jengibre Estilo Mexicano)
This Camarones con Limón y Jengibre Estilo Mexicano (Mexican Style Lemon Ginger Shrimp) recipe is a fusion of Latin American and Chinese flavors, resulting in a delicious and zesty dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, garlic, ginger, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shrimp with fresh cilantro.
- Serve the Camarones con Limón y Jengibre with rice or your favorite side dish.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Tongs
Tools
Grater Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the shrimp over a bed of rice or with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For an extra kick of heat, add more red pepper flakes to the marinade. Adjust the amount to suit your spice preference.
Cost
$15