Sweet-and-Sour Shrimp Kebabs Recipe

Name: Sweet-and-Sour Shrimp Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup canola oil; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup rice vinegar (unseasoned); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Zest of 1 lime, plus 2 limes, cut into wedges; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves; Pinch of salt; 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (16 to 20 per pound), peeled and deveined; Olive oil, for the grill; 1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce; 1 cup peach preserves; 1/4 cup hot Chinese mustard

Servings: persons

1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar (unseasoned)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Zest of 1 lime, plus 2 limes, cut into wedges
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (16 to 20 per pound), peeled and deveined
Olive oil, for the grill
1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce
1 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup hot Chinese mustard

1
Whisk together the canola oil, lime juice, brown sugar, vinegar, red pepper flakes, lime zest, garlic, ginger, basil and salt in a bowl.
2
Put the shrimp in a large zip-top plastic bag and pour in the marinade.
3
Refrigerate 20 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, make the sauce: Whisk the sweet chili sauce, peach preserves and mustard in a bowl.
5
Preheat a grill to medium high.
6
Oil the grill rack.
7
Thread the shrimp and lime wedges onto skewers.
8
Grill 1 1/2 minutes on each side.
9
Serve with the sauce.
10
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

512

kcal

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup canola oil, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup rice vinegar (unseasoned), and more.

Yes, Sweet-and-Sour Shrimp Kebabs 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.

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Sweet-and-Sour Shrimp Kebabs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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