Coconut Shrimp Grilled Recipe

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You’ll need at least 24 wooden skewers (6 in.) and you can marinate the shrimp for anywhere between an hour and a day. A squeeze of lime adds zing, and toasted coconut adds crunch.

The secret to making crunchy grilled coconut shrimp is using this sweet, salty Orange Coconut Salt.
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Instructions
  1. Rub olive oil on the shrimp. Sprinkle liberally with orange coconut salt.
  2. Grill on high for about 3 minutes per side.
  3. Serve hot or cold with dipping sauce.

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Coconut Lime Shrimp Skewers 🔗

A squeeze of lime adds zing and toasted coconut contributes crunch to this easy make-ahead crowd-pleaser.You can marinate the shrimp for anywhere from one hour to one day. You’ll need at least 24 wooden skewers (6 in.).

Prep: 30min

Total: 1h30min

Nutrition Facts: calories 147 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13 g, Saturated Fat 7.3 g, servingSize None, Sodium 127 mg, Sugar None, Trans Fat None, unSaturated Fat None

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 can (14 oz.) coconut milk
  • 2 pounds large shrimp (26 to 30 per lb.), peeled and deveined
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Fresh lime wedges for squeezing
  • ½ cup toasted, sweetened shredded coconut

Instruction:

  1. In a medium bowl, combine ginger, garlic, lime zest and juice, and coconut milk. Add shrimp, tossing to coat, and chill, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  2. Meanwhile, soak skewers in water. Prepare a grill for high heat (450° to 550°; you can hold your hand 5 in. above cooking grate only 2 to 4 seconds). Push 2 or 3 shrimp onto each skewer in a “C” shape (through each end); cook, turning once, until flesh has just turned pink and is slightly charred, about 3 minutes on each side.
  3. Arrange skewers on a serving platter and sprinkle evenly with salt, a squeeze of lime juice, and coconut. Serve with extra lime wedges on the side.
  4. Note: Nutritional analysis is per 2-skewer serving.

FAQ

What do you soak shrimp in before grilling?

When ready to grill the shrimp, preheat the grill to medium-high. Soak one pound of shell-on shrimp in 8 cups of water mixed with 1/3 cup kosher salt and 1/3 cup sugar, or you can use all salt. Brine for about 3 hours.

How long should shrimp be grilled?

The shrimp should be grilled over direct, medium heat for 5-7 minutes, turning the shrimp halfway through the process. When the shrimp is cooked, the outside should turn a nice pink color while the meat inside should be white and opaque.

Is cooked or raw shrimp better on a grill?

The eight best side dishes for coconut shrimp include:Pasta, which complements the dish well because it is filling; Rice, which goes well with the dish’s high protein content; Coleslaw; Veggie Spring Rolls; French Fries; Dip; Drinks; and Desserts.

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