This chipotle lime seasoning is bright, fresh and has the nice, smoky spiciness that makes chipotle powder so unique. The seasoning is easy to make and delicious on shrimp!

For more delicious chipotle seasonings also check out this Mexican chicken rub and this chipotle dry rub.

Seasoning ingredients and notes:

You need chipotle powder, onion powder, salt and the zest of 3 medium-sized limes for this recipe.

Chipotle lime rub ingredients on a table.

How to make it:

See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below!

Step 1. Zest limes.

Step 2. Let the zest dry at room temperature (about 1 day).

Step 3. Add all seasoning ingredients to a mortar.

Chipotle lime seasoning ingredients in a mortar.

Step 4. Grind with a pestle.

Chipotle seasoning in a mortar with a pestle.

How to use it:

This seasoning is excellent on grilled or fried shrimp!

Step 1. Pat shrimp dry using paper towels, then toss with a little bit of vegetable oil and the seasoning.

Shrimp and seasoning being tossed in a bowl.

Step 2. Grill or fry the shrimp.

Grilled chipotle lime shrimp on a platter.

Serve the shrimp by themselves as an appetizer or with rice and this creamy paprika sauce for an incredible meal.
The grilled shrimp are also delicious in shrimp tacos. I recommend to top them with this chipotle honey mayo!

How to store the seasoning:

Store the seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dark and dry place.

How spicy is it?

This seasoning is quite spicy from the chipotle powder.

More delicious chipotle spice rubs:

Chipotle BBQ Dry Rub
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Mexican Dry Rub for Chicken
5 Minutes
Cuban-Inspired Spice Rub Recipe
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Espresso Rub Recipe
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Chipotle Lime Seasoning

The Spice Train

Makes about 1 tablespoon of seasoning.

I recommend to use about 1 tablespoon per 1 pound of shrimp.

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Prep Time 5

Drying time: 1

Total Time 1 5

Course Condiment

Cuisine Mexican, World

Servings

Calories (estimated) 16 kcal

Equipment:

wax paper or parchment paper
citrus zester
paper towel
measuring spoons
mortar and pestle

Ingredients:

▢ 3 medium-sized fresh limes
▢ 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
▢ ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Thoroughly wash and dry, then zest the limes. Sprinkle the zest onto wax paper or parchment paper.
Cover the zest loosely with a paper towel. Let sit at room temperature until completely dry (about 1 day).
Add dried lime zest along with all remaining ingredients to a mortar and grind with a pestle.

Notes:

Storage instructions: If you're not using the seasoning right away, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place.

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Nutrition Information (Estimated):

Calories: 16kcalCarbohydrates: 5.5gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.1gSodium: 148mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 1.4gSugar: 1gCalcium: 18mg

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