These Cuban-inspired mojo shrimp are marinated in a garlic and citrus marinade made with the juice and zest of an orange and three limes. I serve it with white rice, crusty bread, a green salad, and the mojo sauce on the side for dipping.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp – peeled, deveined, and butterflied
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Marinade
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 medium limes, zested and juiced
- 1 medium orange, zested and juiced
- 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
Directions
Step 1
Make the marinade: Whisk oil, lime juice and zest, orange juice and zest, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and cumin together in a glass or ceramic bowl.
Step 2
Marinate the shrimp: Place shrimp into marinade and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.
Step 3
When ready to cook, remove shrimp from marinade and shake off excess. Reserve marinade.
Step 4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 4 to 7 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
Step 5
Pour marinade into the skillet. Simmer over medium-low heat until slightly thickened, 5 to 8 minutes. Serve alongside shrimp.
Editor’s Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 318 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat22g | 28% |
Saturated Fat3g | 16% |
Cholesterol173mg | 58% |
Sodium491mg | 21% |
Total Carbohydrate12g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 10% |
Total Sugars5g | |
Protein20g | |
Vitamin C41mg | 203% |
Calcium84mg | 6% |
Iron3mg | 19% |
Potassium316mg | 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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