HONEY LIME GRILLED SHRIMP

HONEY LIME GRILLED SHRIMP

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Get ready to unlock a magical culinary experience with our Honey Lime Grilled Shrimp recipe. Perfect for those balmy summer nights, this tantalizing dish is a fusion of sweetness and zest. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a newbie, this recipe promises to delight your taste buds and ensure you nail that perfect shrimp dish every time.

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Total Time 30

Servings: 2

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Shrimp peeled and deveined: 1 pound (450 grams)
Olive oil: 2 tablespoons 30 ml
Honey: 3 tablespoons 45 ml
Lime juice: 4 tablespoons 60 ml
Lime zest: from 1 lime
Fresh cilantro chopped: ¼ cup (60 ml)
Garlic cloves minced: 3
Red pepper flakes: ½ teaspoon 2.5 ml
Salt: ½ teaspoon 2.5 ml
Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon 1.25 ml

Method

Preparation: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Place the shrimp in the marinade ensuring each one is fully coated. Allow to marinate for at least 15-20 minutes. This will infuse the shrimp with the zesty flavors of the Honey Lime mixture.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the shrimp onto skewers, spacing them evenly.
Place the skewered shrimp onto the grill.
Grill each side for about 2-3 minutes, ensuring a beautiful char without overcooking. Remember, shrimp cooks quickly!
Once done, remove from the grill and allow to rest for a minute or two.

Notes

Using fresh lime juice makes a huge difference. Avoid bottled lime juice as it lacks the fresh zesty punch.
Always opt for large shrimp as they’re easier to skewer and grill.
Do not marinate shrimp for too long, as lime can start to ‘cook’ the shrimp, giving it a ceviche-like texture.
If using wooden skewers, remember to soak them in water for about 20 minutes before threading the shrimp. This prevents them from burning on the grill.