Residents of Sao Paulo call themselves Paulistas and this simple shrimp dish is a regional favorite. Traditionally, the shrimp are cooked in their shells; however, we've removed them to make for easier eating.

Makes 6 servings

ACTIVE TIME: 15 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
8 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, divided
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1. Place shrimp in a medium nonreactive bowl and toss with lime juice, 1/4 cup cilantro, half the garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, marinade and remaining garlic; cook until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; add the remaining 1/4 cup cilantro, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper. Toss to combine.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 164 calories; 6 g fat (1 g sat, 4 g mono); 224 mg cholesterol; 2 g carbohydrate; 24 g protein; 0 g fiber; 416 mg sodium.
Nutrition bonus: Selenium (66% daily value), Iron (20% dv).

0 Carbohydrate Servings

Exchanges: 3 1/2 very lean meat, 1 fat

This dish is my new favorite. It's very easy to make, and the flavors are absolutely wonderful. If you're out of limes, lemons work well, too.

Anonymous, Newburyport, MA

We love shrimp and this one was a keeper!

Susanna, Orinda, CA

Awesome and simple. I made it with shrimp and chicken as well; served it with some couscous and steamed green beans. Everyone in the family was happy. :-)

Anonymous, Ft. Worth, TX

Have made it many times when I need a shrimp fix--it's a wonderful recipe!

Gail, Shelburne, VT