Description
Savor the spice with these delicious Mozambican Peri-Peri Shrimp Skewers, perfect for grilling enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons spicy chili sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for added spice)
- Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, spicy chili sauce, chopped garlic, lime juice, paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if desired) until well blended.
- Introduce the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Prepare your grill or grill pan by heating it to medium-high.
- Carefully skewer the marinated shrimp onto the sticks, placing 4-5 shrimp on each skewer.
- Grill the shrimp skewers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn a lovely pink and are fully cooked. Avoid overcooking to maintain their juiciness.
- Once done, take the skewers off the grill and allow them to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of soy sauce to the marinade.
- Pair the skewers with a refreshing cucumber salad or fluffy quinoa for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mozambican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: Sea salt content varies
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: Varies based on shrimp
Keywords: Mozambican Peri-Peri Shrimp Skewers, Spicy Grilled Shrimp Skewers