Sweet and Sour Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Sweet and Sour Grilled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/2 cup canola oil; 1 lime, zested; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1 tablespoon peeled and grated ginger; 1/4 cup freshly chopped basil leaves; Pinch salt; 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (16/20 per pound), peeled and deveined; 2 limes, cut into wedges; Gina's Chili Cocktail Sauce, for dipping, recipe follows; 1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce; 1 cup peach preserves; 4 tablespoons hot Chinese mustard

Servings: persons

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup lime juice
1/2 cup canola oil
1 lime, zested
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 tablespoon peeled and grated ginger
1/4 cup freshly chopped basil leaves
Pinch salt
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (16/20 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 limes, cut into wedges
Gina's Chili Cocktail Sauce, for dipping, recipe follows
1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce
1 cup peach preserves
4 tablespoons hot Chinese mustard

1
Special equipment: bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes to 1 hour
2
Whisk all the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl.
3
Add the shrimp to a large resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade.
4
Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
5
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
6
Oil the grill rack with a clean kitchen towel dipped in olive oil.
7
Skewer the shrimp, adding 1 or 2 wedges of lime onto each skewer.
8
Grill for 1 1/2 minutes on each side.
9
Remove from grill to a platter and serve with the Chili Cocktail Sauce.
10
Add all the ingredients to a serving bowl and mix well.

534

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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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar, 1/4 cup lime juice, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour 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!

Sweet and Sour Grilled Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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