Monster Shrimp With Orange Chili Glaze

Submitted by CaliforniaJan

"From Mario Batali...these are tropical and tasty! Prep time includes marinading time."

 

• Ready In: 3hrs 12mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about 2 oranges)
• 1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon asian red chili paste
• 1⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 3 scallions, green parts only, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 chipotle chile in adobo
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2 lbs extra-large shrimp, shelled and deveined (16 to 20-count size)

directions

1. Put the orange juice, cilantro, chili paste, olive oil, garlic, scallion, chipotle, and salt in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade and blend until smooth.
2. Place the shrimp in a resealable freezer bag and pour the orange juice mixture over the shrimp. Chill in a refrigerator or ice-filled cooler for 2 to 3 hours but no longer.
3. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and discard the marinade.
4. Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat until they are opaque in the centers, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
5. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Reviews

[DailyInspiration]

We really enjoyed these grilled shrimp. Made the marinade as directed, but added a little brown sugar to offset the tartness of the orange and the slightly bitter taste of the chili paste -- it turned out really good. Served with a side salad and DH was a happy man. Made for ZWT9 - Caribbean, August, 2013.