Monday, July 15, 2013

Asian Spicy Honey Grilled Shrimp

I made this delicious dinner for my boyfriend and mom last week, and it was a hit so I thought I'd share it with you all.

What you'll need:
2 lb. raw, shelled, de-veined shrimp
1 T. minced garlic
1/4 c. minced ginger (I used that kind that comes in a tube)
a little less than 1/4 c. hot chili paste (Sriracha)
about 1/2 c. sweet chili paste (I used an entire 4 oz. jar of Thai kitchen roasted red chili paste - found in your international foods aisle)
1 c. honey
1 c. lime juice
1/2 t. salt
1 t. black pepper
1 c. canola oil

Combine marinade ingredients together in a large bowl.  Whisk it together until it is a cohesive substance.  At this point, taste the marinade and see if it is to your liking.  If you want it spicier, add more Sriracha.  Set aside about a cup of the marinade and then pour the rest over shrimp (which you have rinsed thoroughly).  Refrigerate for a few hours (preferably over night).

When ready to cook, place your shrimp on skewers.  Put them on the grill and quickly brush more marinade on each skewer (from your reserve).  Allow to cook only a couple of minutes before quickly flipping and marinating the other side.  You will be able to tell they are ready because they'll turn completely pink.  Should only take about 3 minutes on each side.

Enjoy!  It's that easy.






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