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Marinated Cocktail Shrimp




Source of Recipe


Source: Better Homes and Gardens


List of Ingredients




1 pound fresh or frozen large shrimp in shells
1/4 cup snipped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil or salad oil
3 tablespoons wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped or 1 tablespoon chopped canned jalapeno pepper
2 teaspoons capers, drained
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small lemon, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 small lime, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced


Recipe



1. In a large saucepan cook fresh or frozen shrimp, uncovered, in lightly salted boiling water for 1 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain and cool. Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact; devein and set aside.
2. For marinade, in a screw-top jar combine cilantro, oil, vinegar, lemon juice, jalapeno pepper, capers, and garlic. Cover and shake well to mix. Set aside.
3. To serve, in a large serving bowl layer sliced lemon, lime, red onion, and the shrimp, repeating until all is used. Drizzle marinade atop. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. Makes 4 to 6 appetizer servings.