Mojo Shrimp
Description
Cuban-inspired mojo shrimp are marinated in a mixture of citrus juice and zest in this easy one-skillet dinner. Serve with rice, salad, bread, and mojo sauce.
Ingredients
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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3 medium limes, zested and juiced
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1 medium orange, zested and juiced
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6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 pound large shrimp - peeled, deveined, and butterflied
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
1
Make the marinade: Whisk oil, lime zest and juice, orange zest and juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and cumin together in a glass or ceramic bowl.
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 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
3
Remove shrimp from marinade, shaking off any excess. Reserve marinade.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until bright pink and opaque, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
5
Pour reserved marinade into the skillet. Simmer over medium-low heat until slightly thickened, 5 to 8 minutes. Serve alongside shrimp.