Garlic-Jalapeno Shrimp

By Kathy_S

This tasty marinade - hot but not punishing - is so easy it will make its way into your regular rotation.

Active time: 10 min Total time: 55 min
Serves 4

Serving Idea: Squeeze line wedges over shrimp, and serve with cold beer.

Ingredients

• 20 large shrimp (about 1 lb), peeled and deveined (tails left intact; optional)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 jalapeno chile (stem, ribs, and seeds removed), finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 3 tbsp EVOO
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Toss together shrimp, garlic, jalapeno, lime juice, and 1 tbsp oil; season with salt and pepper. Marinate in fridge for 45 min.

Heat remaining 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over med-high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade and add to skillet; cook through, about 2 minutes per side.