Spiced Moroccan-Style Shrimp Recipe

Name: Spiced Moroccan-Style Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 2 7.25-ounce jars roasted red peppers, well drained; 1/3 cup chopped onion; 5 teaspoons minced seeded serrano chilies; 3 garlic cloves; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon grated lime peel; 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil; 48 large uncooked shrimp (about2 pounds), peeled, deveined; 48 3/4-inch cubes peeled cored pineapple; 48 6-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes, drained; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds; 2 limes, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 7.25-ounce jars roasted red peppers, well drained
1/3 cup chopped onion
5 teaspoons minced seeded serrano chilies
3 garlic cloves
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon grated lime peel
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
48 large uncooked shrimp (about2 pounds), peeled, deveined
48 3/4-inch cubes peeled cored pineapple
48 6-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes, drained
1/2 cup chopped green onions
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
2 limes, cut into wedges

1
Stir coriander, cumin and turmeric in small skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes.
2
Transfer to processor.
3
Add red peppers, onion, chilies and garlic.
4
Blend to form smooth paste.
5
Mix in honey, lime juice and peel.
6
With machine running, gradually blend in 1/4 cup oil.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Transfer to bowl.
9
Cover; chill overnight.
10
Thread 1 shrimp and 1 pineapple cube onto each skewer.
11
Brush with 3 tablespoons oil.
12
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
13
(Can be made 8 hours ahead.
14
Cover; chill.)
15
Preheat broiler.
16
Arrange skewers in single layer on 3 baking sheets.
17
Working in batches, broil until shrimp are almost cooked through, turning once, about 2 minutes per side.
18
Brush shrimp and pineapple with some red pepper sauce.
19
Broil 1 minute longer.
20
Arrange skewers on platter.
21
Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
22
Serve with limes and remaining sauce.

2224

kcal

Calories

Fat

215

Carbs

309

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 2 7.25-ounce jars roasted red peppers, well drained, and more.

Yes, Spiced Moroccan-Style 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.

Spiced Moroccan-Style Shrimp

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