Orange Shrimp Mojo Recipe

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Orange Shrimp Mojo
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Directions:

  1. In a dry small skillet over medium heat, toast cumin seeds and peppercorns until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from skillet. Crush seeds using a spice mill or blender.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the orange peel, oregano, salt and crushed cumin and peppercorns. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon spice mixture over shrimp.
  3. In a large skillet, cook shrimp in oil over medium-high heat for 1 minute; turn shrimp. Add the orange juice, rum, garlic and 1 tablespoon spice mixture. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink; remove and keep warm.
  4. Bring liquid in skillet to a boil. Cook until reduced to 2/3 cup, about 35 minutes. Meanwhile, for salsa, combine the orange, onion, avocado, 1/4 cup cilantro, jalapeno and remaining spice mixture in a small bowl.
  5. Stir remaining cilantro into sauce. Serve with shrimp and salsa. Yield: 8 servings.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 298.94 Kcal (1252 kJ)
Calories from fat 153.33 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.04g 26%
Cholesterol 33.7mg 11%
Sodium 817.51mg 34%
Potassium 375.16mg 8%
Total Carbs 29.3g 10%
Sugars 8.86g 35%
Dietary Fiber 2.27g 9%
Protein 6.26g 13%
Vitamin C 50.9mg 85%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 43.4mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 147.65 Kcal (618 kJ)
Calories from fat 75.73 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.41g 26%
Cholesterol 16.64mg 11%
Sodium 403.78mg 34%
Potassium 185.3mg 8%
Total Carbs 14.47g 10%
Sugars 4.38g 35%
Dietary Fiber 1.12g 9%
Protein 3.09g 13%
Vitamin C 25.1mg 85%
Iron 0.6mg 7%
Calcium 21.5mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.9
    Points
  • 8
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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