As the temperatures rise and we ready ourselves for summer one can’t help but think of swimming, barbeques, and picnics. Time to fire out the grill and enjoy some tasty treats you have been missing cooped up in the winter months. This grilled shrimp recipe from Chefdehome is sure to have your taste buds doing a happy dance while you enjoy the sunshine and warm weather. Grilled shrimp is perfect for summer feasts and gatherings.
Spiced Grilled Shrimp
Ingredients
- ½ lb shrimp
- 1 tbsp Cajon seasoning
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp salt adjust per taste
- 2 tbsp oil plus more to spray/brush on grill
- Quick Cilantro-Garlic Chutney for serving, optional
- ½ cup cilantro leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt and black pepper per taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor except salt and pulse to make chunky chutney.
- Taste and adjust salt.
- Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine cajon seasoning with cumin powder and salt.
- Set aside.
- In a bowl, add shrimp and drizzle oil to coat the shrimp.
- Skew 3-4 pieces of shrimp per skewer.
- Sprinkle seasoning made in step 2 on both sides.
- Preheat grill.
- Spray oil and place shrimp on the grill.
- Grill until golden-orange color on each side, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Once shrimp is cooked, serve immediately with 1-2 teaspoons of cilantro chutney.
Nutrition
Nutrition information has been calculated using an autogenerating online calculation and is intended for informational purposes. For accurate nutritional information, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used.
Getting Your Grill Ready
Now that you are opening up your grill for the grilling season, it is time to get it ready for the summer. Making sure your grill is in top shape will help you prepare the best grilled shrimp.
- The first step to cleaning your grill is to clean the grates and inside. A clean grill ensures your grilled shrimp will taste amazing.
- If you have not yet invested in one it is important to purchase a grill cover to keep your grill looking new. If you need a new cover now is the time to purchase one.
- Pull out the hoses and give them a good cleaning to get rid of any bugs or spiders.
- Drain and clean the grease traps that are usually found in the back or under the grill plates.
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