Best Shrimp And Grapefruit Skewers Recipes

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SHRIMP SATAY WITH PINK GRAPEFRUIT AND GUACAMOLE



Shrimp Satay with Pink Grapefruit and Guacamole image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound shrimp, peeled
Salt and pepper
1 bunch fresh thyme
Olive oil
4 avocados
6 cloves garlic
1 bunch cilantro
2 ounces sour cream
Salt and pepper
1 lemon, juiced
2 pink grapefruits, peeled and supremed (pith and membranes cut away, leaving only segments of grapefruit)

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill. Place the shrimp on skewers and season with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme. Place the shrimp skewers on a platter, drizzle with olive oil, and let marinate for approximately 20 minutes. Place shrimp skewers on grill and cook for about 4 minutes per side.
  • Peel and mash the avocados with a fork, making sure you leave it a bit chunky. Chop the garlic and cilantro. Add the sour cream, garlic, and cilantro to the crushed avocados. Season with salt and pepper, and add the lemon juice.
  • To serve, place a spoonful of the guacamole on a plate. Place the shrimp skewers on top of the guacamole, and garnish with grapefruit supremes.

ZIPPY SHRIMP SKEWERS



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These flavorful skewers deliver a mouthwatering kick with minimal effort. Fix them for your next party and watch them disappear. -Jalayne Luckett, Marion, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine the first 7 ingredients; add shrimp. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto 6 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, uncovered, on a lightly oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS



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"This recipe is similar to a barbecue shrimp dish I love at a restaurant in Florida," writes Sandy Lutz from North Canton, Ohio. "I serve it as an entree with brown rice and a salad, but it could work as an appetizer, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons chili sauce
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add the shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Drain and discard marinade., On two metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread shrimp. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 20g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 252mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein.

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