Cuban-Style Mojo Shrimp
Shrimp are marinated in a mix of lime, orange, grapefruit, and lemon juices with some spices.
The marinade is made with citrus juices, vinegar, oil, garlic, and spices. The shrimp are then pan-fried and served with the reduced marinade sauce.
You can serve the shrimp with the sauce on the side or toss them together.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 29, 2026Share
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Shrimp are marinated in a mix of lime, orange, grapefruit, and lemon juices with some spices.
The marinade is made with citrus juices, vinegar, oil, garlic, and spices. The shrimp are then pan-fried and served with the reduced marinade sauce.
You can serve the shrimp with the sauce on the side or toss them together.
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Ingredients 13
0.5 cup lime juice
0.25 cup orange juice
0.25 cup grapefruit juice
0.25 cup lemon juice
0.25 cup vinegar
0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
5 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
0.5 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound fresh shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails removed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
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1
Combine 0.5 cup lime juice, 0.25 cup orange juice, 0.25 cup grapefruit juice, and 0.25 cup lemon juice in a blender. Add 0.25 cup vinegar, 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 5 cloves chopped garlic, 0.5 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin. Blend until the garlic is puréed, about 1 minute. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Pour the marinade into a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, coat with marinade, and seal the bag. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Remove shrimp from marinade and shake off excess.
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Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1 to 1 1/2 minutes per side. Shrimp are done when they are opaque and curled into a 'C' shape. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
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Pour the reserved marinade into the same skillet and bring to a boil. Boil until reduced to about 2/3 cup, about 6 minutes.
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Serve shrimp with the sauce on the side for dipping or toss shrimp with sauce. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 372 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 25g
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Saturated Fat 4g
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Cholesterol 157mg
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Sodium 345mg
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Total Carbohydrate 19g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 20g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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