Cuban-Style Mojo Shrimp

Cuban-Style Mojo Shrimp

Shrimp is one of my favorite weeknight meals, because it is so quick to prepare! The Cuban-style marinade is full of citrus flavors with a few surprises. Normally, “mojo” means a flavor based on Seville oranges, and these sour oranges can be hard to find. A bit of extra lime, some grapefruit juice, and vinegar stand in for the brightness of the missing Seville oranges in this recipe. The red pepper flakes add just a little zing, so if you like spicy foods, feel free to add more, to your taste. We like this with simple white rice and some black beans, or a side of grilled mixed veggies.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • ½ cup lime juice
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup grapefruit juice
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup vinegar
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • ½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp – peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Pour lime, orange, grapefruit, and lemon juices into a blender or food processor. Add vinegar, oil, garlic, Mexican oregano, red pepper flakes, and cumin. Pulse several times, then blend until the garlic pieces disappear, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper and pulse one more time.

Step 2
Pour marinade into a 1-gallon resealable bag and add shrimp. Squeeze most of the air out of the bag and seal. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, with the shrimp inside the bag in a single layer. Drain and reserve marinade.

Step 3
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook shrimp in a single layer, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes per side. Shrimp are done when they are opaque, pink and white, and curled into a "C" shape. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4
Pour reserved marinade into the same skillet and bring to a boil. Boil until marinade is reduced to about 2/3 cup, about 6 minutes. Pour into a small serving pitcher or sauce boat.

Step 5
Serve shrimp with sauce on the side as a dipping sauce, or toss shrimp in the sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Cook’s Note:

Extra time in the marinade can cause the shrimp proteins to toughen up.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

372
Calories
25g
Fat
19g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 372
% Daily Value *
Total Fat25g 32%
Saturated Fat4g 19%
Cholesterol157mg 52%
Sodium345mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate19g 7%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars2g
Protein20g
Vitamin C33mg 163%
Calcium79mg 6%
Iron1mg 8%
Potassium334mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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