Grilled Shrimp With Piri-Piri Sauce

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Servings: 4 cups Difficulty: Advanced
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Spicy, smoky, and tender grilled shrimp glazed with a vibrant homemade piri-piri sauce.
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Grilled Shrimp With Piri-Piri Sauce

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 cups Calories: 154

Description

These grilled shrimp are a revelation of flavor, combining the smoky char of the grill with the fiery kick of homemade piri-piri sauce. The shrimp are first marinated in white wine, garlic, and fresh chiles to infuse deep savory notes before being skewered and grilled to perfection. The accompanying sauce, a blend of white wine vinegar, olive oil, and more hot peppers, adds a bright, acidic heat that cuts through the richness. Perfect for summer barbecues or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish brings a taste of the Mediterranean coast to your table.

Directions

  1. Peel the jumbo shrimp, leaving the tails intact for presentation and handling.
  2. Butterfly each shrimp by making a deep incision along the back, cutting to but not through the front edge.
  3. In a large zip-top plastic bag, combine the shrimp, dry white wine, 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic cloves, and thinly sliced chile peppers.
  4. Seal the bag, ensuring all air is removed, and refrigerate for 3 hours, turning occasionally to marinate evenly.
  5. While the shrimp marinate, prepare the piri-piri sauce by combining white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and chopped chile peppers in a small bowl.
  6. Whisk the sauce ingredients vigorously until well emulsified and set aside.
  7. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and clean the grates.
  8. Remove the shrimp from the marinade, reserving the liquid in a small bowl for basting.
  9. Thread the shrimp onto six 12-inch skewers, arranging them so they fit snugly but not too tightly.
  10. Lightly coat the grill rack with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  11. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 7 minutes on the first side, basting frequently with the reserved marinade.
  12. Flip the skewers and grill for another 7 minutes, basting again, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
  13. Remove the shrimp from the skewers and place them in a large serving bowl.
  14. Toss the hot shrimp with 1/4 cup of the prepared piri-piri sauce until evenly coated.
  15. Serve immediately while warm, garnishing with extra chopped chiles if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 154kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.5g7%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 86mg29%
Sodium 590mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 1.9g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 0.9g
Protein 15.5g31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: shrimp, grilled, piri-piri, spicy, seafood, garlic, chile, vinegar, mediterranean, summer, bbq, skewers, white wine, olive oil, easy, healthy, dinner, appetizer, gluten free, low carb
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