Speared Shrimp Recipe

"Love shrimp. This recipe is for grilled shrimp, but in a pinch you can throw them in the oven! Prep time includes an hour of marinating time."

Original is 6 servings

Metric US

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Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (275.3 g)
Calories 270.8
Total Fat - 11 g
Saturated Fat - 1.5 g
Cholesterol - 190.4 mg
Sodium - 1269.2 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 21.5 g
Dietary Fiber - 3.8 g
Sugars - 10.7 g
Protein - 22.3 g
Calcium - 112.5 mg
Iron - 1.4 mg
Vitamin C - 44.8 mg
Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Peel and devein shrimp; set aside.

Step 2

Position the knife blade in a food processor. Add chili sauce and the next 7 ingredients. Process until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

Loosely thread shrimp and lemon wedges onto 6 metal skewers. Place kabobs in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Spoon the marinade mixture over the shrimp. Cover and marinade for 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Step 4

Remove kebabs from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the kebabs over medium=hot coals for 3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turns pink. Squeeze lemon wedges over the cooked shrimp. Enjoy!

Tips

No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.

Tips for selecting ingredients

When selecting shrimp, look for ones that are firm and smell fresh.
If you don't have fresh parsley, you can substitute with dried parsley.

Ingredient substitutions

Substitute honey for the corn syrup - Honey is a healthier alternative to corn syrup and will still provide the same sweetness to the marinade.
Substitute fresh basil for the parsley - Basil has a more intense flavor than parsley, so it will provide a more flavorful marinade for the shrimp.

Variations

Oven-Baked Speared Shrimp Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the skewers with the shrimp and lemon wedges on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink. Squeeze lemon wedges over the cooked shrimp. Enjoy!

Serve with

Roasted Potatoes with Herbs and Garlic - This side dish is perfect for pairing with the Speared Shrimp dish. The potatoes are roasted with garlic, herbs, and olive oil, giving them a flavorful and savory taste. The combination of the roasted potatoes and the marinated shrimp is a classic and delicious pairing!

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan: This simple yet delicious side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Speared Shrimp. Grilled asparagus is tossed with olive oil, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese, creating a light and flavorful dish that complements the shrimp perfectly. The combination of the shrimp and the asparagus is sure to please any palate!