Marinated Shrimp Appetizers

Info
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Serves: 12

Ingredients

 * 2 pounds fresh or frozen shrimp with tails intact (peel and devein if necessary)


 * 1/4 cup chile pepper, minced


 * 1 teaspoon grated lime peel


 * 1/4 cup lime juice


 * 2 tablespoons oil


 * 2 tablespoons chives, minced


 * 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced


 * 1/2 teaspoon sugar


 * 2 cloves garlic, crushed


 * Salt and pepper, to taste


 * Crushed ice (optional)


 * Lemon or lime wedges (optional)

Directions
1. Thaw shrimp if frozen. Bring 4 cups of water to boiling in a large saucepan. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes or until opaque. Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water. Set aside.

2.In a large plastic bag or storage container with a lid, add the chile pepper, lime peel, lime juice, oil, chives, cilantro, sugar, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix well then add shrimp. Toss until well-coated. Seal and marinate in refrigerator for 2–3 hours.

3.Remove shrimp and discard remaining marinade. Add crushed ice in a medium size bowl or platter and arrange shrimp on top and add a few wedges of lemon or lime wedges for garnish.

Source

 * Marinated Shrimp Appetizers