Spicy Chipotle Shrimp

Ingredients

• Raw Shrimp / Prawns

  400 g

  $4.40

• Chipotle Peppers in Adobo

  2 tbsp

  $0.42

• Garlic

  3 cloves

  $0.06

• Tomato paste

  1 tbsp

  $0.07

• Olive oil

  1 tbsp

  $0.10

• Lime

  1 whole

  $0.40

• Coriander

  0.25 bunch

  $0.15

• Salt

  0.5 tsp

  $0.00

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Preparation

1. 1

   Peel and devein the raw shrimp, patting them thoroughly dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Finely mince the garlic and roughly chop the chipotle peppers in adobo.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, mix together the chopped chipotle, tomato paste, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of water.

4. 4

   Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over high heat until shimmering.

5. 5

   Add the shrimp in a single layer and sear for 1.5 minutes without disturbing.

6. 6

   Flip the shrimp, pour the spicy chipotle sauce into the skillet, and toss for 2 minutes until shrimp are pink and coated.

7. 7

   Squeeze fresh lime juice over the pan, season with salt, scatter with chopped coriander, and serve immediately.