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Sizzling Shrimp and Mexican Street Corn Skillet: A Flavor Explosion

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A vibrant shrimp and corn dish with bell peppers and spices, perfect for a quick meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Gathering fresh ingredients is key to ensuring that our dish shines. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season shrimp with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Add corn to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add seasoned shrimp and cook for 5-6 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Remove from heat, squeeze lime juice, add cilantro, and sprinkle cotija cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the veggies based on your preference.
  • For extra heat, consider adding jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg