Grilled Shrimp with Sweet Chile Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Shrimp with Sweet Chile Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for grilling; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 fresh long red chiles, seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons julienned fresh ginger; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup Thai sweet chile sauce; 1/4 cup hoisin sauce; 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 scallion, minced; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons chopped mint; 1 cup halved grape tomatoes; 12 jumbo shrimp in the shells, butterflied and deveined; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for grilling
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 fresh long red chiles, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons julienned fresh ginger
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Thai sweet chile sauce
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 scallion, minced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped mint
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
12 jumbo shrimp in the shells, butterflied and deveined
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
In a large saucepan, heat the 1/4 cup of oil.
2
Add the garlic, chiles and ginger and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant, 2 minutes.
3
Add the ketchup, chile sauce, hoisin sauce, fish sauce, sugar and 1/4 cup of water.
4
Simmer until slightly thickened, 5 minutes.
5
Spoon 1 cup of the sauce into a bowl and let cool slightly, then stir in the scallion, cilantro, mint and tomatoes.
6
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
7
In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with oil; season with salt and pepper.
8
Grill over moderately high heat, turning once, until cooked through, about 6 minutes.
9
Transfer the shrimp to a large bowl.
10
Add the sauce from the saucepan; toss.
11
Return the shrimp to the grill and cook, turning once, until glazed, 1 minute.
12
Serve the shrimp with the sweet chile sauce.

2496

kcal

Calories

258

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for grilling, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 2 fresh long red chiles, seeded and minced, 2 tablespoons julienned fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Grilled Shrimp with Sweet Chile Sauce 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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Grilled Shrimp with Sweet Chile Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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