This dish will not disappoint- whether you are cooking for just your family, or guests. I make the shrimp 2 ways- one very mild for those who prefer, and a chipotle version- both are delicious!
The chipotle adobo shrimp is a recipe I have made for years after being inspired by adobo coated and grilled seafood on a trip to Manzanillo, Colima, MX, and it has been a favorite since. I paired this with cauliflower "Spanish rice", roasted corn, pinto beans and avocado slices.
You will want to use bigger shrimp for this that will hold up on the grill- Mexican Azul are perfect.
Prepare your shrimp- shell removed and deveined.
Marinate your shrimp. 2 options provided here- or do both! Many of the ingredients are the same.
Chipotle in Adobo Marinade
Drizzle shrimp with avocado oil and sprinkle with sea salt
Add 2-3 cloves fresh minced garlic, and 1/4 bunch of fresh chopped cilantro (depending on how many shrimps you are making- but this is good for about 10).
Using a small can of Chipotle in Adobo Sauce, mince 3-4 of the peppers and add to shrimp
Add 2 spoonsful of the adobo sauce.
Squeeze fresh lime juice- about 1/2 lime
Orange, Garlic & Cilantro - mild
Drizzle shrimp with avocado oil and sprinkle with sea salt
Add 2-3 cloves fresh minced garlic & 1/4 bunch of fresh chopped cilantro (depending how many shrimp you are making- but this is good for about 10.)
Squeeze fresh orange juice- about 1/2 large orange
Heat your grill on medium- if you are using a grilling pan (which I prefer)- add pan to grill to preheat.
Cauliflower Spanish Rice
Heat a pan on medium heat and add a bag of frozen cauliflower rice. Add a bit of avocado oil and sauté till no longer frozen.
Season with garlic salt, add can of Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, sprinkle with lemon pepper.
Simmer uncovered till moisture is evaporated
Add chopped fresh cilantro - about a handful and mix.
I served with pinto beans and grilled corn on the cob (it was actually left-over boiled corn on the cob, that I warmed and toasted on the grill- worked out great!), and sliced avocado.
Nutritional Notes:
Cauliflower Rice - Cauliflower Rice: Health Benefits, Nutrients per Serving, Preparation Information, and More (webmd.com)
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