from grocery.coop
Bright, citrusy, and built for the grill. These skewered shrimp are quick to prep and packed with fresh orange and lemon flavor, balanced by garlic, ginger, and herbs.
Ingredients:
2 lbs extra-large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons orange zest
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 teaspoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Bamboo* or metal skewers
Instructions:
- Assemble skewers using 4 shrimp per skewer. Place skewers in a baking pan or similar vessel.
- Whisk the olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, parsley, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pour the marinade over the shrimp and turn to coat. Refrigerate shrimp for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat a grill to medium. Let the skewers drip excess liquid, then place on the grill grate. (Discard the marinade.) Cook for about 2 minutes per side, until the shrimp is lightly browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and serve.
*Soak the skewers in water for 1 hour before using.
