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Grilled Shrimp Bbq

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This American main features Tomatillo, Avocado, Tomato -- cored and quartered, Cloves, Chili -- seeded and chopped. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1
Calories: 499.1
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This American main features Tomatillo, Avocado, Tomato -- cored and quartered, Cloves, Chili -- seeded and chopped. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • Tomatillo
  • Avocado
  • 1 green Tomato -- cored and quartered
  • 2 garlic Cloves
  • 1 jalapeno Chili -- seeded and chopped
  • 1 cilantro Sprigs
  • Salt
  • 1/4 cup Safflower oil
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pound Shrimp -- large
Directions
  1. 1
    For green salsa: Husk, core and quarter tomatillos.
  2. 2
    Peel, pit and cut avocado into 1-inch pieces.
  3. 3
    Finely chop tomatillos, tomato and garlic in processor, using on/off turns.
  4. 4
    Transfer to heavy medium saucepan.
  5. 5
    Simmer until beginning to soften, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
  6. 6
    Pour mixture into blender.
  7. 7
    Add avocado, chili, cilantro and salt.
  8. 8
    Blend until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides of blender, about 3 minutes.
  9. 9
    (Can be prepared 1 day ahead and refrigerated.) Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
  10. 10
    Soak mesquite chips in water to cover 30 minutes and drain.
  11. 11
    Prepare barbecue grill with white-hot coals (or set gas grill on high).
  12. 12
    For marinade: Combine oil, butter, chili powder and lemon juice in small saucepan.
  13. 13
    Stir over medium heat until butter melts.
  14. 14
    Cool marinade slightly.
  15. 15
    Peel shrimp (leave tail on) and devein.
  16. 16
    Place in non-aluminum bowl.
  17. 17
    Add marinade, mixing to coat.
  18. 18
    Marinate 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
  19. 19
    Oil barbecue grill.
  20. 20
    Add mesquite to coals.
  21. 21
    Thread shrimp on skewers.
  22. 22
    Grill until shrimp turn opaque, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side.
  23. 23
    (Can be prepared 30 minutes ahead.
  24. 24
    Wrap in foil and keep at room temperature.) Serve with green salsa.
  25. 25
    Available at Latin American markets

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 499.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.4g53%
Saturated Fat 11.0g56%
Cholesterol 204.8mg69%
Sodium 98137.6mg4090%
Total Carbohydrate 26.3g9%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
Sugars 3.6g
Protein 28.2g57%

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

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