Description
This Cilantro Lime Shrimp & Rice is fresh, bright, and full of flavor. It comes together in one pot and makes a balanced, family-friendly dinner that feels special without being complicated.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Serrano peppers
- Garlic
- Fresh cilantro
- Shrimp
- Fresh lime juice
- Long grain white rice
- Low sodium chicken broth
- Salt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and Serrano peppers until softened and fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from the pot and set aside.
- Add rice to the pot and stir to coat with oil and aromatics.
- Pour in chicken broth and fresh lime juice.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Return shrimp to the pot and stir to combine.
- Finish with extra lime juice and fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice and real garlic for the best flavor. Do not overcook the shrimp to prevent a rubbery texture. Adjust Serrano peppers to control the heat level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg