Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs
These chipotle lime shrimp kabobs are easy to make, easy to grill and taste great every time thanks to fresh flavors like chipotle peppers, paprika, honey and fresh squeezed lime.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb. 21-30 large fresh or frozen shrimp
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chili pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon honey preferably local
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk marinade ingredients together in large bowl.
- Pour one-half of marinade mixture into 1 gallon Ziploc bag and reserve the other half in the bowl for serving.
- Add shrimp to the Ziploc bag and 'knead' to coat. Marinate at least 15 minutes but not longer than 30 minutes.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers, 5-6 per skewer.
- Preheat grill over medium heat. Lightly oil grill grate.
- Cook shrimp until no longer translucent, 3-4 minutes per side. Watch carefully as shrimp cook very quickly and will become rubbery if overcooked.
- Remove from grill and place onto a serving platter. Drizzle lightly with reserved marinade.
- Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley sprigs and lime slices or as desired. Enjoy!
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