Chipotle Dry-Rub Shrimp With Cilantro Dipping Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Shrimp
3/4 lb jumbo shrimp (uncooked)
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce
1 cup cilantro leaf (stemmed)
3 tablespoons lime juice (fresh is best)
1/2 cup sour cream

Preparation

Shell and devein the shrimp. Pat dry.
In a medium bowl, mix the oregano, thyme, lemon-pepper, ground chipotle, salt and pepper. Add shrimp and toss thoroughly.
Put the cilantro and lime juice in a blender and blend until cilantro is liquified. Pour into a small bowl and stir in sour cream. Refrigerate until the shrimp is cooked.
Skewer the shrimp or place in a grill basket. Cook on a hot grill about 2 minutes per side, until shrimp are no longer translucent. Brush both sides lightly with oil while cooking.
Serve hot or at room temperature with the dipping sauce.