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
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Category:Appetizer Recipes
Category:Shrimp Recipes