Grilled Shrimp with Honey-Ginger Barbecue Sauce

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Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
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Grilled Shrimp with Honey-Ginger Barbecue Sauce
120 min.
8
62kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and unique appetizer that will impress your guests, this Grilled Shrimp with Honey-Ginger Barbecue Sauce is the perfect choice! The combination of succulent shrimp and a sweet, tangy honey-ginger barbecue sauce will tantalize your taste buds and leave everyone craving more. Plus, it's versatile—whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or preparing a light starter for dinner, this dish fits the occasion.

Not only does this recipe pack a punch of flavor, but it's also incredibly easy to prepare! The shrimp are lightly seasoned, grilled to perfection, and coated in a flavorful honey-ginger sauce that can be made ahead of time, saving you time on the day of your event. With only a few simple ingredients and minimal cooking time, this dish is a breeze to pull off even for beginner cooks.

Perfect for those with dietary restrictions, this grilled shrimp recipe is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it a crowd-pleaser for all kinds of eaters. Whether you're making it as a light snack or a vibrant antipasti dish, it’s sure to stand out as a fresh, flavorful choice. So fire up the grill and get ready to serve something amazing that everyone will enjoy!

Ingredients

  • servings barbecue sauce 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • plastic wrap
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. If necessary, pat shrimp dry, then thread about 6 shrimp (through top and tail, leaving shrimp curled), onto each skewer, without leaving space between shrimp.
  2. Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high for gas); see Grilling Procedure.
  3. Meanwhile, brush shrimp with vegetable oil and sprinkle evenly with salt.
  4. Lightly oil grill rack. Grill shrimp, covered only if using a gas grill, turning over once, 2 minutes.
  5. Brush shrimp with some sauce from the saucepan, then turn.
  6. Brush shrimp with additional sauce then grill until just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Serve with reserved sauce.
  8. •In terms of shrimp size, go by the count per pound versus the descriptive terms such as jumbo and extra-large. If the count is not displayed, ask.•Sauce can be made 3 days ahead and refrigerated once cooled. Reheat before proceeding.•Shrimp can be threaded onto skewers and refrigerated on a tray, loosely covered with plastic wrap, 2 hours before grilling.

Nutrition Facts

Calories62kcal
Protein0.05%
Fat97.35%
Carbs2.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.71043479523581%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:61.83kcal
3.09%
Fat:6.81g
10.47%
Saturated Fat:1.04g
6.48%
Carbohydrates:0.41g
0.14%
Net Carbohydrates:0.4g
0.15%
Sugar:0.33g
0.37%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:300.98mg
13.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.01g
0.02%
Vitamin K:12.52µg
11.93%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.76%
Source:Epicurious