Orange Chile Jumbo Shrimp

Submitted by English_Rose

"These jumbo shrimp make an ideal appetizer or cold first course as well as finger buffet food. If you cannot find large shrimp, use the smaller ones, threading 3 or 4 onto the end of each toothpick. Time does not include marinating."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 16 jumbo shrimp
• 1 orange, zest of
• 1 red chili pepper, finely sliced
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• 2⁄3 cup tomato sauce
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed

directions

1. Peel the shrimp, removing the shell and legs. Rinse well and place in the bottom of a shallow dish.
2. Combine the remaining ingredients and pour over the shrimp. Leave to marinate in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
3. Pre-heat a non-stick griddle pan until hot. Place the shrimp in the pan and cook for 2-3 mins on each side, basting with the marinade during cooking.
4. Once cooked, press a toothpick into each shrimp and place on a serving dish.