Party Nibbles: Ginger Shrimp Recipe
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 2 lb Large shrimp
- 1/4 c. Vegetable oil
- 1/4 c. Lime juice
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh gingerroot, chopped
- 2 x Garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 sm Jalapeno peppers, coarsely minced
- 1 pch Pepper
- Lime wedges
Directions
- Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on.
- In blender, pure half of the oil, lime juice, giger, garlic, jalapeno peppers and pepper; toss gently with shrimp to coat well. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers in cool water for 30 min.
- Thread 3 or possibly 4 shrimp onto each skewer. Throw away remaining marinade.
- Brush one side of shrimp with some of the remaining oil. cook shrimp, oiled side down, over medium-warm grill or possibly broil for about 2 min per side or possibly till pink and hard to the touch, turning once and brushing with remaining oil.
- Transfer to serving place; garnish with lime.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 92g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 124 | |
| Calories from Fat 52 | 42% |
| Total Fat 5.88g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 0.59g | 2% |
| Trans Fat 0.12g | |
| Cholesterol 115mg | 38% |
| Sodium 112mg | 5% |
| Potassium 157mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 1.88g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.24g | 0% |
| Protein 15.47g | 25% |
