Shrimp Pili Pili Recipe

Name: Shrimp Pili Pili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds shell-on large shrimp; 1 stick unsalted butter; 4 Thai chiles, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper (from about 1/4 pepper); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon sweet smoked Spanish paprika; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds shell-on large shrimp
1 stick unsalted butter
4 Thai chiles, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper (from about 1/4 pepper)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sweet smoked Spanish paprika
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
With kitchen shears, cut down the backs of each shrimp shell, keeping the shells intact.
2
Remove the dark intestinal veins, then thread the shrimp onto 4 metal skewers.
3
In a medium skillet, melt the butter.
4
Add the Thai chiles, garlic, ginger, red bell pepper, ground cumin and smoked paprika and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
5
Transfer the mixture to a mini food processor, add the lime juice and puree.
6
Stir in the cilantro and season the spiced butter with salt and pepper.
7
Light a grill.
8
Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, both outside the shell and inside the cut-open back.
9
Grill the shrimp over high heat, basting with the flavored butter and turning often, until just cooked through, about 2 1/2 minutes per side.
10
Spread any remaining butter on the shrimp and serve right away.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds shell-on large shrimp, 1 stick unsalted butter, 4 Thai chiles, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Pili Pili 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.

Shrimp Pili Pili

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