Sauteed Shrimp with Chipotle Chile and Green Onions
Bold, smoky, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Sautéed Shrimp with Chipotle Chile and Green Onions recipe brings the perfect blend of heat and zest to your dinner table. Juicy shrimp are seasoned and quickly seared to perfection, while minced garlic, chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, and fresh lime juice pack a punch of smoky spice and citrusy brightness. Thinly sliced green onions add a subtle crispness, and a sprinkle of cilantro provides an optional herbal finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, and pairs beautifully with rice, warm tortillas, or a crisp green salad. Whether you're craving bold Mexican-inspired flavors or a quick, healthy seafood dinner, this recipe hits all the right notes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 pcs chipotle chile in adobo sauce
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce
- 4 pcs green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pc lime, juiced
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Season with salt and black pepper, and set aside.
Finely chop the chipotle chiles and mix them with the adobo sauce in a small bowl.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring, allowing the shrimp to sear.
Flip the shrimp and add the chipotle chile mixture to the skillet. Stir well to coat the shrimp evenly.
Add the sliced green onions and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lime juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve immediately with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
787 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2184 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 112.1 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1584 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
