Marinated Shrimp Appetizers

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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.

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