GRILLED SHRIMP WITH CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE

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I came up with this recipe when my daughter grew a beautiful jalapeno plant last summer. I already had cilantro in the garden, so it seemed like a great combination for a tasty sauce. -Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
DIPPING SAUCE:
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the cilantro, oil, chives and garlic. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., In a blender, combine the sauce ingredients; cover and process until blended. Chill until serving., Thread shrimp onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Leonardo
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I've never made grilled shrimp before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Missam Raza
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved this recipe.


Md Mizu Ahamed AkasH
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


kanie nkosi
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The sauce was a bit too tangy for my taste, but the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Ajmal kharik15
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Chadou Tayeb
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The shrimp were a bit bland, but the sauce helped to add some flavor.


L Larkin
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This is my go-to recipe for grilled shrimp. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Aashiq khan Gaming
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but the sauce was still really good.


VaTina Williams
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.


Abdul Hi
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I've tried this recipe multiple times and it never disappoints. The shrimp are always juicy and flavorful.


Sydney Clelands
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The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


MD MAHIM REZA
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These shrimp were amazing, even my kids loved them.


Mala Pun
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.


john gerbier
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I love this recipe! The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so tasty. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Wolf Marster0
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This grilled shrimp with cilantro dipping sauce was a hit at my last party! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.