Shrimp With Green Apple Chipotle Salsa Recipe

Name: Shrimp With Green Apple Chipotle Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup diced granny smith apple; ¼ cup diced red onion; ¼ cup diced red bell pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons apple juice; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 pinch dried chipotle powder; 6 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons black pepper; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1 pinch cayenne; 12 large shrimp, peeled (deveined and butterflied); 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

½ cup diced granny smith apple
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons apple juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 pinch dried chipotle powder
6 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 pinch cayenne
12 large shrimp, peeled (deveined and butterflied)
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
For salsa, combine apple, onion, bell pepper, cilantro, apple juice, red wine vinegar and chili powder in a medium bowl and mix well.
2
Refrigerate covered for at least 1 hour.
3
For spice seasoning, combine in small bowl all remaining ingredients except for shrimp and olive oil.
4
Leftover spice mix may be stored in an airtight container for future use.
5
Lightly dust shrimp with spice mix.
6
If grilling, coat shrimp with olive oil and cook until pink, about 1 minute on each side.
7
If sauteing, add olive oil to saute pan and heat to medium.
8
Saute for about 1 minute on each side.
9
Serve 1/4 cup salsa with three shrimp.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup diced granny smith apple, ¼ cup diced red onion, ¼ cup diced red bell pepper, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Shrimp With Green Apple Chipotle Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp With Green Apple Chipotle Salsa

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