Thai Shrimp Lime Grill (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Marinade
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon coarse salt
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1 small Thai chile, seeds and ribs taken out, chopped up
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2 garlic cloves, chopped really fine
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1 tablespoon Sriracha
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3 tablespoons brown sugar
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1/4 cup fresh lime juice
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1/4 cup olive oil
→ Seafood
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1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (21-25 per pound), peeled, deveined, tails off, thaw first if they're frozen
# How to Make It:
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Move the shrimp from the grill and lay them out on a platter. Enjoy while they're hot, and try adding coconut rice or pineapple cucumber salad on the side if you feel like it.
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Brush lots of oil over the grill grates. Pop the shrimp skewers directly onto the hot grates. Shut the lid and wait for 2–3 minutes. Turn the skewers, brush on that cooked down marinade, then grill 2–3 minutes more until they're pink and just cooked through.
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Slide 4–5 shrimp onto each metal skewer, leaving a little space between shrimp so they grill nicely. If wooden skewers are your pick, remember to soak them in water for at least half an hour so they don't burn.
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Take shrimp out of the marinade, but don't toss the liquid. Pour what’s left in a small pot and set it over medium-high heat. Bring it to a bubble, then turn the heat down and let it cook for a few minutes. Take it off the stovetop and keep nearby for brushing on shrimp.
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Let your grill heat to high—you're aiming for about 450°F, or 232°C—while you wait on the shrimp to finish hanging out in the marinade.
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Drop shrimp into your bag of marinade. Squeeze out most of the air and seal it tight. Flip the bag around so every shrimp gets coated. Stick the bag in the fridge and let them soak up flavor for at least 30 minutes, but even better if you can wait an hour.
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Toss olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, Sriracha, chopped garlic, minced Thai chile, salt, and black pepper into a big zip-up bag. Close it, then give it a good shake so everything mixes together.
# Additional Tips:
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If you want the most flavor, let the shrimp soak in the marinade for up to an hour. Don't go past that, or they’ll turn mushy.