Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with this quick and easy Thai Grilled Shrimp recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining friends, these beautifully charred shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of Thai chiles, garlic, and fresh lime juice, delivering a delightful harmony of spicy and tangy notes. Serve them alongside coconut rice or a refreshing pineapple cucumber salad for a complete meal that impresses every guest at your table. Enjoy the smoky goodness of grilled shrimp that’s not just delicious but also healthy and packed with protein!
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 small Thai chile, minced
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 & 1/2 pounds large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, Sriracha, garlic, minced Thai chile, salt, and pepper. Seal the bag and shake to mix well.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to high heat (around 450°F).
- Remove shrimp from the marinade and reserve the marinade for basting. Thread shrimp onto skewers.
- Grill skewers for about 2-3 minutes per side until opaque. Baste with reserved marinade while cooking.
- Serve hot with coconut rice or pineapple cucumber salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 shrimp (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg