Sarasota's Sweet and Spicy Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Sarasota's Sweet and Spicy Grilled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs shrimp (large or extra large shrimp, peeled and tails on); 4 teaspoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ teaspoon garlic, minced; salt; pepper; ½ cup butter; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Servings: persons

2 lbs shrimp (large or extra large shrimp, peeled and tails on)
4 teaspoons chili powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic, minced
salt
pepper
½ cup butter
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic

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Marinade -- I just add all the ingredients to a large baggie, close and shake.
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Add your shrimp and marinade at least 1 hour, up to 2 but no more.
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The chili spice is very strong.
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Grill -- A couple of options.
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You can can use a grill pan inside, or an outside grill, broiler, you can also pan saute.
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But if you pan saute, cook on a fairly high heat and quickly so they get a nice brown color.
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Just cook until they start to curl and begin to turn pink.
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They take only a couple of minutes, and remember, once you remove the shrimp from the heat, they will continue to cook for another minute.
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You don't want tough over cooked shrimp.
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Serve -- Just serve on a big platter with your favorite sides.
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If you want the dipping sauce -- just heat up the butter, orange juice and garlic in the microwave and serve.
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That easy.

556

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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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs shrimp (large or extra large shrimp, peeled and tails on), 4 teaspoons chili powder, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons honey, and more.

Yes, Sarasota's Sweet and Spicy Grilled 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sarasota's Sweet and Spicy Grilled Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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