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Garlic Cilantro Shrimp

I love some good fresh shrimp and this recipe sounds as a perfect way to prepare them. Common ingredients is a bonus as well. On my to cook list.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail removed
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed and finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1/3 cup onion, finely diced

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and cilantro.
  • Add the shrimp to the mixing bowl and mix to coat all the shrimp. Cover and place in the fridge for 10 minutes or up to 8 hours.
  • When you are ready to cook, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a non stick pan, when hot, add the diced onion and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 45 seconds to 1 minute on each side.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with rice on the side.

Notes

I will price this next time I see the prices in Tesco. I will say Fair cost per serving for now.
Adapted from an internet recipe.