SPICY CHIPOTLE, LIME AND GINGER SHRIMP

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Make this shrimp on its own as an app, or add whole grain pasta for a filling, guilt-free dinner that packs a serious flavor punch.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons grated gingerroot
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon chopped chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can)
2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from can of chipotle chiles)
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb uncooked large shrimp (21 to 30 count), peeled (with tail shells left on), deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, stir brown sugar and water. Cook over medium heat 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining marinade ingredients. Reserve 2 tablespoons marinade in medium bowl.
  • Pat shrimp dry; place in another medium bowl. Add remaining marinade and stir to coat. Let stand at room temperature to marinate 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Spray grill basket (grill "wok") with cooking spray. Spoon shrimp into basket. Place basket on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring once, or until shrimp are pink. Transfer shrimp to medium bowl with reserved marinade. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and the cilantro; toss to thoroughly combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Thulasizwe Nzima
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp is so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Satron Risi
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This recipe was a disaster! The shrimp was undercooked and the sauce was too salty. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


anil_ds2002 anu
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the shrimp turned out a little dry. I think I might have overcooked them.


Premika Chaudhary
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it! He said the shrimp was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Godfred odohene Annan
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The shrimp was delicious! The sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, but I'm sure that could be adjusted. Overall, this is a great recipe that I would definitely make again.


Saphiwa Mayiyana
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This recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp turned out great! The sauce was a little too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure that could be adjusted. Overall, this is a great recipe that I would definitely make again.


Jake Taylor
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The shrimp is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend it!


Ellisha Jones
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This dish is a great way to add some spice to your weeknight meals. The shrimp is cooked in a flavorful sauce that is sure to please everyone at the table.


EM RDX 444
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I love this recipe! The shrimp is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I like to serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.


MURTUZA Ali
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This spicy chipotle lime and ginger shrimp was simple to make, yet so flavorful and delicious! The marinade really tenderized the shrimp, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my