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Grilled Peri Peri Shrimp

These grilled peri-peri shrimp hit all the flavors: spicy, sweet, slightly acidic, and herby.
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Keyword Grilled Seafood, Grilling, Shrimp, Spicy, Summer Recipes
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 3 people

Equipment

  • Grill
  • 4-5 wooden or metal skewers

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp de-veined, de-shelled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp peri peri spice blend
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 large white onion cut in large chunks
  • 1 lime
  • cilantro minced

Instructions

  • Prep and clean the shrimp accordingly. If you are starting from frozen, make sure to defrost them according to the packaging instructions in advance. Pat dry.
  • In a bowl, add the olive oil, peri-peri spice blend, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a generous pinch of salt. Mix until it forms a paste.
  • Warm the honey in a separate bowl in the microwave for just a few seconds. You are looking for a loose consistency, not hot.
  • Add the shrimp to the bowl with the spice paste and toss to coat. Then, add the honey and toss again. Let the shrimp marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to 450℉-500℉.
  • When skewering the shrimp, alternate between the single layers of onion ( you can do 2-3 layers of onion together just make sure they are separated) and the shrimp. The shrimp should touch the onion, but the skewer should not be too tight overall.
  • Place the shrimp directly on the clean grill and close the lid if possible. Depending on the size of the shrimp, cook them for 2-4 minutes on each side.
  • Remove from the grill and hit them with some fresh lime juice and a generous amount of cilantro. Serve.