Yucatan Shrimp

By Angela-4

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 large garlic clove, chopped
• juice of 2 limes
• 2 tsp Sambai Oelek chili paste (asian markets)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pound large shrimp (shells intact)
• 1 heaping tbsp chopped cilantro

Preparation

Step 1

In a saucepan over low heat, melt 1 tbsp of butter, Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes

Add the remaining 3 tbsp butter to the saucepan. When it melts add the lime, chili paste, salt and pepper. Stir throughly.

In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the shrimp 2 minutes ir until they are firm and pink. Drain into a colander, shaking to remove access moisture.

In a large bowl, toss the shrimp and chili sauce. sprinkle with cilantro and toss again.