Mojo Shrimp

Mojo Shrimp

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.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
4

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)

318
Calories
22g
Fat
12g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
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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