Spicy Lime Shrimp Kebabs with Avocado-Cilantro Sauce
Recipe Date:
February 14, 2023
Serving Size:
6
Cook Time:
00:35:00
Difficulty:
Easy
Measurements:
Imperial (US)
Excite the senses with a flavorful mix of sweet heat, citrus and creamy avocado sauce. This dish is the ultimate crowd-pleaser! Serve with a crisp white wine that highlights bright acidity and citrus notes.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Shrimp marinade (recipe follows)
- Avocado-cilantro sauce (recipe follows)
- For the Shrimp Marinade:
- 1 tbsp hot honey
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 3 tbsps fresh Lime juice
- finely chopped cilantro
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- For the Avocado-Cilantro Sauce:
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Half an avocado
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 sour cream
- Large handful of cilantro leaves
- 2 tbsps water
- 1/2 tsp salt
Directions
- Combine all marinade ingredients except shrimp in a large bowl. Whisk well to combine. Add shrimp and toss to coat shrimp. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
- Heat grill to medium high.
- To make the sauce, combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until creamy and no large pieces of cilantro remain. Add additional water to attain desired consistency.
- Place the shrimp on metal skewers, about 5-7 shrimp per skewer.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until pink, opaque and lightly charred.
- Serve with the avocado-cilantro sauce, as well as any other side of your choosing.
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