chili lemon shrimp

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

Easy, simple, make-ahead appetizer. From the Seattle Times newspaper.

(1 rating)
yield 25 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Broil

Ingredients For chili lemon shrimp

  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp
    honey
  • 1/4 c
    chili sauce, sweet or regular
  • 2/3 c
    chopped parsley, or 1 1/2 tablespoons dried
  • 2 tsp
    crushed red pepper
  • 2/3 c
    dry white wine
  • 1 tsp
    lemon zest
  • 1/4 c
    lemon juice
  • 2
    shallots, finely chopped (or green onions)
  • 1 tsp
    seasoned salt
  • 2 1/4 lb
    jumbo bay shrimp (25 to 30 count)
  • wood skewers

How To Make chili lemon shrimp

  • 1
    Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes.
  • 2
    Combine first 10 ingredients in large bowl.
  • 3
    Add shrimp , stir until coated. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, turning often.
  • 4
    Remove shrimp. Pour marinade into small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes.
  • 5
    Thread 1 shrimp starting at head end, lengthwise onto each skewer.
  • 6
    Place on ungreased baking sheet. Broil on top rack for about 2 minutes per side, basting with marinade several times, until shrimp are pink.
  • 7
    Variation: Shrimp can also be grilled on an electric grill or gas barbecue. Preheat electric grill for 5 minutes or barbecue to medium. Cook shrimp on greased grill for about 2 minutes per side, brushing several times with boiled marinade, until pink. Do not overcook.

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