Spiced Shrimp with Green Beans and Lime

Yield: 4 Servings

1 cup long grain white rice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound green beans, halved crosswise
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 to 2 red jalapenos, thinly sliced
kosher salt and black pepper
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1. Cook the rice according to the package directions. Fluff with a fork and fold in the cilantro.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the green beans, garlic, jalapeños, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Cook, tossing frequently, for 3 minutes.
4. Season the shrimp with the chili powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper and add to the skillet.
5. Cook, tossing occasionally, until opaque throughout, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and serve over the rice.

**My Notes**
- Caution: This dish will make your lips go numb.
- It is absolutely the best dish I have made to date.