Smoky Orange-BBQ Shrimp Skewers
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Total time: 28 min • Prep: 20 min • Cook: 8 min • Serves: 4 • Difficulty: Easy
A quick and easy main course. The chipotle barbecue sauce's heat is mellowed by the sweetness of the orange juice.
Ingredients
Barbecue sauce
3 tbsp(s), chipotle-variety
Cilantro
2 tbsp(s), fresh, chopped
Orange zest
1 tsp(s), plus extra for garnish
Fresh orange juice
1½ tbsp(s)
Apple cider vinegar
1 tsp(s)
Cumin seeds
¼ tsp(s)
Uncooked shrimp
1 pound(s), extra large, fresh or thawed frozen, peeled and deveined*
Uncooked scallions
2 tbsp(s), sliced
Instructions
1
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes
2
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together barbecue sauce, cilantro, orange zest and juice, vinegar and cumin. Add shrimp and toss to coat; let marinate at least 10 minutes.
3
Off heat, coat grill rack with cooking spray; heat grill.
4
Thread 5 or 6 shrimp onto each of four 12-inch metal or wooden skewers and brush with sauce remaining in bowl; lightly coat skewers with cooking spray.
5
Grill skewers, turning as needed, just until shrimp are cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove to serving plates or a platter; sprinkle with scallions and orange zest (optional). Yields 1 skewer (5 to 6 shrimp) per serving.
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