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Caribbean Holiday Shrimp

SUBMITTED BY: Sue PHOTO BY: Jessica

"Skewer these spicy marinated shrimp with toothpicks to create a yummy appetizer. Toss them with greens to make a special salad."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 98 stars. This recipe average a 4.6 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 10 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 pounds large cooked shrimp, peeled, tails on
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large bowl combine oil, ginger, lime juice, garlic, soy sauce, sugar and red pepper; mix well. Stir in shrimp and cilantro. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before serving. Stir occasionally while chilling.

FOOTNOTE

  • The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by GINAH1
Huge hit at my Christmas progressive dinner. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2003 by KIMAR
The seasonings were delicious, but totally overwhelmed the shrimp rather than just accenting... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2003 by ATMLADY
This shrimp recipe is really wonderful! Very easy to make - definately let it sit at least... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2003 by KATHY SINK
I made this recipe without adding the oil. It was delicious and Weight-Watchers friendly. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 18, 2003 by JERSIE
My husband and I loved this recipe. It is perfect as a cold appetizer with toothpicks. I used... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2005 by Marielle
Simply Divine! I made these for a large potluck this week, and people were asking around,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2003 by BOOLIEDOG
This one's a keeper! After the shrimp were gone, I saved the marinade and used it for dunking... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2005 by KIGGITYKBOMB
Delicious. I served hot right off the grill, the biggest hit of my BBQ. They tasted great... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2003 by NYPD K9 COP
these were good but a little too spicy for me. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2003 by CAROLJV1
This was a big hit. Wasn't sure how to serve it, so set out the shrimp in the sauce with... MORE