Grilled Chipotle Shrimp
Chipotle chili in adobo sauce kicks up the heat in these spicy grilled shrimp. You can reduce the amount of chipotle chili/adobo sauce in the recipe if you prefer less heat. The mayonnaise based marinade really makes this dish a winner.
Equipment
- Indoor Grill
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Cilantro chopped
- 3 tablespoons Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce chop 3 T of peppers
- 1 tablespoon Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce 1 T of just the sauce
- 2½ teaspoons Minced Garlic (jar)
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 pounds Extra Jumbo Shrimp (16-20 per pound) peeled and deveined
- 12 (10-inch) Wooden Skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
- 1 Lime cut in wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
Make the Marinade and Get Shrimp Ready to Grill:
- Whisk together mayonnaise, cilantro, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, garlic, lime juice, cumin, paprika, and sugar in a large bowl.
- Add shrimp and toss to coat.
- Thread about 6 shrimp on each wooden skewer, all facing the same direction, keeping snug.
Grill the Shrimp:
- Preheat grill to 450°F.
- Cook shrimp skewers on hot grill for 2 minutes per side, or until slightly charred. Cook in batches if needed; don't overcrowd grill.
- Serve with lime wedges if desired. Two skewers per serving.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Chipotle Shrimp
Amount per Serving
Calories
172
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
162
mg
54
%
Sodium
441
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
3
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
19
g
38
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Food Groups ***Meat = 2 servings, Fat = .5 serving
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