CHILI LEMON SHRIMP

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Easy, simple, make-ahead appetizer. From the Seattle Times newspaper.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Tbsp olive oil
3 Tbsp honey
1/4 c chili sauce, sweet or regular
2/3 c chopped parsley, or 1 1/2 tablespoons dried
2 tsp crushed red pepper
2/3 c dry white wine
1 tsp lemon zest
1/4 c lemon juice
2 shallots, finely chopped (or green onions)
1 tsp seasoned salt
2 1/4 lb jumbo bay shrimp (25 to 30 count)
wood skewers

Steps:

  • 1. Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes.
  • 2. Combine first 10 ingredients in large bowl.
  • 3. Add shrimp , stir until coated. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, turning often.
  • 4. Remove shrimp. Pour marinade into small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes.
  • 5. Thread 1 shrimp starting at head end, lengthwise onto each skewer.
  • 6. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Broil on top rack for about 2 minutes per side, basting with marinade several times, until shrimp are pink.
  • 7. Variation: Shrimp can also be grilled on an electric grill or gas barbecue. Preheat electric grill for 5 minutes or barbecue to medium. Cook shrimp on greased grill for about 2 minutes per side, brushing several times with boiled marinade, until pink. Do not overcook.

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