Chili Lime Shrimp
A delightful dish that balances zesty lime and a hint of sweetness with the spicy kick of chili sauce, perfect for casual dinners or weekend barbecues.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail-on) Choose large-sized fresh shrimp for best results.
Marinade
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves (or parsley) Chopped finely.
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 cloves garlic Chopped finely.
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Soak bamboo skewers in cold water for about 15-30 minutes.
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, cilantro (or parsley), sweet chili sauce, garlic, honey, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Toss shrimp in the marinade, cover, and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Grilling
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated shrimp onto soaked skewers, leaving some space between each shrimp.
- Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, until shrimp turn pink and show slight charring.
- Remove from grill and serve immediately with lime wedges.
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Notes
Serve with light salads, grilled vegetables, or rice. Offering lime wedges enhances flavor and dip sauces like creamy garlic or spicy salsa can elevate the dish further.