Chile Glazed Shrimp Recipe

Name: Chile Glazed Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon (about 5-6) of whole dehydrated red Thai chiles; 1 large red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed; Zest of one large orange; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, for garnish; Bamboo skewers, soaked for one hour; Pineapple Ginger Salsa, recipe follows; 1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced; 1/2 red onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; Juice of 1 lime; Salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon (about 5-6) of whole dehydrated red Thai chiles
1 large red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed
Zest of one large orange
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, for garnish
Bamboo skewers, soaked for one hour
Pineapple Ginger Salsa, recipe follows
1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
1/2 red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon ground ginger
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and pepper to taste

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*Cook s Note: If using dehydrated chiles soak them in warm tap water for 1 hour or till soften (this is usually only take 20 minutes, but I found with the smaller chiles, like the red Thai, that is take about an hour or so to fully rehydrate).
2
Place both the red Thai chiles and the bell peppers in a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth.
3
Transfer chiles to a large mixing bowl and add the sugar, orange zest, rice wine vinegar, honey, salt, ginger and coriander and mix together thoroughly.
4
Skewer shrimp and place in a large casserole dish.
5
Pour the marinade over the shrimp, cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge to marinate for 15 minutes.
6
Preheat your grill while your shrimp is marinating.
7
Remove shrimp from fridge and grill over medium high heat for about 1-2 minutes per side.
8
Glaze with the marinade the last minute of grilling.
9
Remove to a platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
10
Peel, core, and dice pineapple.
11
In a medium bowl, combine red onion, pineapple, cilantro, lime juice, ground ginger, and salt and pepper.
12
Mix together.
13
Cover and chill.

200

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon (about 5-6) of whole dehydrated red Thai chiles, 1 large red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed, Zest of one large orange, 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Chile Glazed Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chile Glazed Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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