Grilled Citrus Shrimp with Vegetable Slaw Recipe

Name: Grilled Citrus Shrimp with Vegetable Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1/2 cup fresh orange juice; 1/2 cup pineapple juice; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 star anise pods, broken; 1 rosemary sprig; 1 cinnamon stick, broken; 1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro; 1 large carrot, cut into julienne strips; 1 small yellow squash, cut into julienne strips; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 star anise pods, broken
1 rosemary sprig
1 cinnamon stick, broken
1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro
1 large carrot, cut into julienne strips
1 small yellow squash, cut into julienne strips
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1
Light a grill or preheat the broiler.
2
In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup of the lime juice with the orange juice, pineapple juice, sugar, star anise, rosemary and cinnamon stick.
3
Add the shrimp, toss to coat and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of olive oil with the cilantro and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lime juice.
5
Add the carrot, squash and onion and season with salt and black pepper.
6
Remove the shrimp from the marinade.
7
Transfer the marinade to a small saucepan, add the crushed red pepper and boil over high heat until reduced to 1/3 cup, about 8 minutes.
8
Strain the sauce into a bowl.
9
Brush the shrimp with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
10
Grill over a hot fire or broil until nicely charred and just cooked through, about 1 minute per side.
11
Add the shrimp to the sauce and toss.
12
Arrange the grilled shrimp on 4 plates and top with a little of the citrus sauce.
13
Spoon the vegetable slaw alongside and serve hot.

358

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/2 cup pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Grilled Citrus Shrimp with Vegetable Slaw 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Citrus Shrimp with Vegetable Slaw

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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