Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp Recipe
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Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp

By: Molly O 
"This easy recipe blends together coconut and lime and adds just a touch of spice with jalapeno peppers. A perfect appetizer for summer cookouts."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (29)

What to Drink?

Wine Types of Wine: Riesling
Beer Beer
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
5 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs 20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 pound shrimp
 

Ingredients

  • 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/3 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Combine the jalapeno, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, coconut, olive oil, and soy sauce in a food processor; blend until smooth. Place the shrimp in a large bowl. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and toss to coat. Cover and allow to marinate at least 2 hours.
  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. Thread the shrimp onto skewers, piercing each shrimp near the head and tail.
  4. Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently until nicely browned on all sides and the meat is no longer pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 169 | Total Fat: 10.9g | Cholesterol: 115mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2010 by MesaMa   view full review
Let me tell you... I never, I mean NEVER ever want to eat any other kind of shrimp other than...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2009 by falconburg   view full review
I made this for a couple of my girlfriends...and they loved it. I used coconut milk instead...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2009 by darkcoupon   view full review
I made this recipe for my mother, sister and very picky nephew who all loved it. I only used...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2009 by D Sellers   view full review
I really enjoyed this recipe; the marinade has a good flavor. I'm not a huge soy fan, so I cut...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2010 by Melisa H   view full review
This dish is amazing! I did alter it a bit however... added 1/3 cup of lime juice, 2 tbs of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2010 by POC785   view full review
Very good, but ended up pretty salty. I'll use low sodium soy sauce next time. This can be...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 8, 2011 by jepiper   view full review
This is an absolutely amazing recipe! I did make one modification, however. Instead of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2009 by Guzziowner   view full review
I had to make on substitution as i didn't have any jalapeno in, just habanero!!!it was warm...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2009 by Carrie   view full review
The heat from the jalapeno drowned out the other flavors. Next time, I will reduce the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 4, 2011 by lindsey Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I am sure I did something wrong but it was very bland to us! I will try again though.. SOON

 

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