Shrimp in a Tandoori Marinade

Shrimp can be cooked in many ways. Here's an Indian grilled version, done with tandoori flavourings. Ideal as a main course or as part of an appetizer extravaganza. Prep time includes marinating time.

• Ready In: 6 hrs 39 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 4  lbs shrimp, shelled and deveined

• Marinade

• 16  ounces plain yogurt
• 6  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons turmeric
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons curry powder
• 4  teaspoons paprika
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2  teaspoons garlic, finely minced
• 2  teaspoons gingerroot, minced

Directions

1. Thread shrimp on 8 10-inch skewers (if using wooden, they might not be as long so you may have to make more; soak wooden skewers in cold water for 30 minutes before threading shrimp onto them) and lay on a jelly roll sheet or any pan that will hold them in one layer.
2. Marinate shrimp: In a small bowl, mix all ingredients well and spoon over skewered shrimp, cover completely.
3. Slip into a plastic bag and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
4. Grill shrimp: Grill skewered shrimp over ashed coals for 3-4 minutes; turn and continue cooking 3 minutes more until done.
5. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.