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    8 hrs 8 mins

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    8 hrs

    JoJoStar's Note:

    Shrimp are magnificent with the lime-and-cilantro flavors of Mexican food...a cold margarita will only reinforce that bond. Enjoy these at your next bar-b-q and you will be a hit! Dean and Deluca.

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    FOR GARNISH

    Directions:

    1. 1
      In a blender or food processor place the cilantro leaves and stems, scallions, chilies, garlic, lime juice, cumin, and turmeric.
    2. 2
      Puree, adding a little water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
    3. 3
      Peel the shrimp, leaving the tail intact.
    4. 4
      Devein them, place them in a bowl, and toss with the cilantro puree.
    5. 5
      Marinate for 8-12 hours.
    6. 6
      Prepare a moderately hot charcoal fire.
    7. 7
      When ready to cook, scoop up the shrimp so that more of the marinade remains on one side of each one.
    8. 8
      Place the shrimp marinade-side up pon the grill.
    9. 9
      Cook until almost done, about 2 minutes.
    10. 10
      Turn shrimp over and cook quickly on marinade side, about 1 minute.
    11. 11
      Remove shrimp from grill.
    12. 12
      Divide shrimp among serving plates.
    13. 13
      Pass garnishes at table.
    14. 14
      Each guest should sprinkle the shrimp with coarse salt, pepper, chili powder, a squeeze of lime juice, and a few cilantro leaves.

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    Nutritional Facts for Grilled Shrimp With Lime-Cilantro Marinade

    Serving Size: 1 (232 g)

    Servings Per Recipe: 6

    Amount Per Serving
    % Daily Value
    Calories 173.7
     
    Calories from Fat 22
    13%
    Total Fat 2.5 g
    3%
    Saturated Fat 0.2 g
    1%
    Cholesterol 286.4 mg
    95%
    Sodium 1293.8 mg
    53%
    Total Carbohydrate 4.5 g
    1%
    Dietary Fiber 0.7 g
    3%
    Sugars 0.5 g
    2%
    Protein 31.6 g
    63%

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