Spicy Shrimp And Date Skewers Recipes

SPICY GARLIC SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• Soak bamboo skewers in boiling water for at least 30 minutes.
• Combine the oil, honey, soy sauce, lemon, chillies, garlic and salt in a blender or food processor (you can use an immersion blender too) and blend until smooth.
• Place the shrimp in a bowl then pour over the marinade. Mix to make sure the prawns are covered then allow to marinade for 10-20 minutes.
• Thread the shrimp onto the skewers, pushing the skewer first through the tail and then through the thicker part to ensure they are secure on the skewers. Brush each skewers with marinade.
• Preheat the grill for 5 minutes on high heat. Add the skewers and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until the shrimp are caramelized and opaque.
• Remove from the grill and serve with lemon wedges.

SPICY BARBECUED SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• Peel shrimp and set aside while making marinade.
• Combine all ingredients except shrimp and mix well.
• Add shrimp to marinade mixture and toss thoroughly to coat.
• Marinate shrimp for at least one hour.
• Preheat gas grill for 30 minutes.
• While grill is preheating place 10 shrimp on each skewer.
• Place skewers on grill and cook for about 3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are pink and lightly charred on both side being careful not to overcook.
• Remove from grill and serve.

SPICY SHRIMP AND DATE SKEWERS

Steps:

• Place the cumin and cayenne in a skillet over low heat and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Place in a large bowl and whisk in lemon juice and oil. Add the shrimps and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
• Place 1 piece of date in the curve of 1 piece of shrimp, wrap a piece of bacon around the shrimp and skewer with a toothpick. Repeat.
• Preheat the broiler. Broil until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 11/2 minutes per side. Serve hot or at room temperature.