Smoky chipotle-lime shrimp grilled perfectly, served atop fluffy cilantro-lime rice with bright, zesty flavors.
# Components:
→ Chipotle Lime Shrimp
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon honey
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Cilantro Lime Rice
11 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
12 - 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - Zest of 1 lime
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
17 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Garnishes (optional)
18 - Lime wedges
19 - Extra chopped cilantro
# Directions:
01 - Combine olive oil, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, honey, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
02 - Rinse rice under cold water until clear. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and stir for 1 to 2 minutes.
03 - Add water or broth and salt to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in lime zest, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
04 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
05 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
06 - Plate grilled shrimp over cilantro lime rice. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro if desired.
