Friday, June 15, 2012

BBQ Jumbo Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce

Recipe by Canadian Living.

Sweet chili sauce is one of those things that is so easy and tempting to just buy in a bottle, but this recipe is so fresh and delicious I'd really encourage you to make it rather than buying it. After making it yourself, you may be forever converted!

What you'll need
2 lbs Jumbo shrimp, raw
1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce
1/2 cup Rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup Brown sugar, packed
1 tsp Lime rind, grated
4 tsp Lime juice (fresh is better)
2 tsp Asian chili hot sauce
2 Garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Cornstarch
1 tbsp Fresh coriander, chopped

How to
1.  Sweet chili sauce: In a saucepan, bring vinegar, sugar, 2 tbsp water, lime rind, and juice, hot sauce and garlic to boil over medium-high heat.

2.  Whisk cornstarch with 1 tbsp water, whisk into pan and boil until thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in coriander. Set aside.

3.  In large bowl, toss shrimp with oil and half the sauce; let stand for 10 minutes.

4.  Place shrimp on greased grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill, turning once, until pink, about 6 minutes. ( Note: I chose to grill my shrimp on skewers. If using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in warm water for 30 minutes before using)

5.  Serve hot with remaining sauce for dipping.

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