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Shrimp marinated in lime juice and Dijon mustard

Recipe Information

Description:
Shrimp marinated in lime juice and Dijon mustard is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 30 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 30 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Shrimp
Category Seafood
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 medium red onion, chopped

  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, plus lime zest as garnish

  • 2 tablespoons capers

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 cup water

  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar

  • 3 whole cloves

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions

  • Combine the onion, lime juice, capers, mustard, and hot sauce in a baking dish and set aside.

  • Bring to a boil in a saucepan the water, vinegar, cloves, and bay leaf. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 minute while stirring.

  • Drain the shrimp and add combine them with the onion mixture in the baking dish. Discard the cloves and bay leaf.

  • Cover and refrigerate the mixture until well chilled, about 1 hour.

  • Serve cold and garnish with lime zest.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 69 cal

  • Total fat: 1g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 86mg

  • Sodium: 200mg

  • Potassium: 156mg

  • Carbohydrate: 3g

  • Fiber: 0g

  • Protein: 12g

  • Calcium: 37mg