Plantation Shrimp On Sugar Cane Skewers Recipe

Name: Plantation Shrimp On Sugar Cane Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 extra-large shrimp (1 1/2 pounds), peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup dark brown sugar; 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cup dark rum; 3 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard; 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon each cinnamon, ground cloves and black pepper; Pinch of salt; 12 sugar cane swizzle sticks (see note)

Servings: persons

24 extra-large shrimp (1 1/2 pounds), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup dark rum
3 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon each cinnamon, ground cloves and black pepper
Pinch of salt
12 sugar cane swizzle sticks (see note)

1
Place shrimp in a mixing bowl and stir in oil, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper.
2
Marinate 15 minutes while you prepare glaze and skewers.
3
Place ingredients for glaze in a saucepan, and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat to medium, and simmer until thick and syrupy, 4 to 6 minutes.
5
Cut swizzle sticks in half widthwise, and cut one end off each piece sharply on diagonal.
6
Resulting skewers should be about 5 inches long and 1/4 inch wide.
7
Set up grill for direct grilling, and preheat to high.
8
Using a metal skewer, make two starter holes in each shrimp, one toward head end, one toward tail.
9
Insert a sugar cane skewer through holes.
10
Repeat with remaining shrimp.
11
Brush and oil grill grate.
12
Grill shrimp kebabs until cooked, about 2 minutes a side, generously basting with glaze.
13
Serve any remaining glaze as a sauce on the side.

2141

kcal

Calories

Fat

329

Carbs

145

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 extra-large shrimp (1 1/2 pounds), peeled and deveined, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Plantation Shrimp On Sugar Cane Skewers 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!

Plantation Shrimp On Sugar Cane Skewers

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