Marinated Grilled Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
2 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
190 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Description
Marinated Grilled Shrimp offers a straightforward approach where jumbo shrimp are seasoned lightly and cooked briefly over medium-high heat until just opaque to prevent toughness. The sauce is prepared separately by melting butter with honey, sriracha, and soy sauce, then finishing with fresh lime juice for brightness. After grilling, the shrimp are tossed in this warm sauce. The grilling imparts a hint of char while keeping the shrimp moist. This recipe suits quick meal preparations and pairs well with lime wedges for added acidity.
The shrimp cook extremely fast, so careful attention during grilling is needed to avoid overcooking. Serving the shrimp immediately after tossing with sauce preserves their tender texture. The balance of sweet honey and spicy sriracha in the sauce delivers a complementary contrast to the mild shrimp flavor. Simple seasoning with salt and white pepper keeps focus on the sauce and fresh lime.
Aside from outdoor grilling, broiling or indoor grill pans can be used. The lime wedges add a fresh, citrus note that brightens the plate. This dish can be served alongside rice and vegetables for a balanced meal.
Secure peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp thoroughly towel-dried before seasoning. Use soaked wooden skewers for smaller shrimp to prevent them falling through the grill grates. The shrimp should be monitored closely and removed once pink and opaque to avoid toughness.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 2 ½ TB butter
- ¼ cup honey pure
- 2 tsp sriracha use less if you want it mild
- ½ TB soy sauce or gluten-free Tamari, regular
- 1 tsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- lime wedges for garnish
For the Shrimp:
- 12 oz Shrimp peeled, deveined, and towel-dried, jumbo, raw
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- oil for greasing the grill
Instructions
For the Sauce
- In a small saucepan, whisk together all ingredients (except lime juice) on medium heat until butter is melted and ingredients are smoothly incorporated, 2-3 min.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the lime juice. Set aside and cover to keep warm.
For the Shrimp
- Grease either an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan. Heat grill over medium-high heat until oil is hot.
- While grill is heating, make sure shrimp is towel dried, and toss with kosher salt and white pepper.
- Grill shrimp in a single layer for 45-60 seconds per side (It cooks super fast.) just until opaque; don't over-cook. Toss shrimp with sauce and serve with lime wedges, if desired.
Notes
- Rinse and peel shrimp thoroughly before cooking for best texture.
- Smaller shrimp benefit from skewering to avoid falling through grill grates.
- Monitor shrimp closely during grilling to prevent overcooking; remove when pink and opaque.
- Alternative cooking methods include broiling or using an indoor grill pan.
- Serve with lime wedges and side dishes like jasmine rice and salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 126mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 862mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 118mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 376IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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