Grilled Shrimp With Lime Cilantro Marinade

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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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Steps

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In a blender or food processor place the cilantro leaves and stems , scallions , chilies , garlic , lime juice , cumin , and turmeric.

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Puree , adding a little water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.

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Peel the shrimp , leaving the tail intact.

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Devein them , place them in a bowl , and toss with the cilantro puree.

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Marinate for 8-12 hours.

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Prepare a moderately hot charcoal fire.

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When ready to cook , scoop up the shrimp so that more of the marinade remains on one side of each one.

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Place the shrimp marinade-side up pon the grill.

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Cook until almost done , about 2 minutes.

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Turn shrimp over and cook quickly on marinade side , about 1 minute.

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Remove shrimp from grill.

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Divide shrimp among serving plates.

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Pass garnishes at table.

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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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Ingredients

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fresh cilantro, scallions, green chilies, garlic, lime juice, ground cumin, turmeric, large shrimp, coarse salt, fresh ground black pepper, chili powder, lime