Citrus and Rum Marinated Shrimp Skewers
Plump juicy shrimp skewers are marinated with citrus, rum, garlic and oregano to give this quick and easy meal a tropical Puerto Rican vibe.
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Ingredients
- 1 orange zest and juice
- 1 lime zest and juice
- 1 tsp sugar
- ¼ cup olive oil light
- ¼ cup dark rum
- 4 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 2 tsp fresh oregano chopped
- 1½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground pepper
- 2 lbs large shrimp 26-30 count peeled and deveined
- wood scewers
Instructions
- Prep - Place wooden skewers in a long dish and cover with water to soak for 30 minutes. If broiling, line a broiler pan or sheet pan with foil (easy clean up) and spray rack with cooking oil.
- Marinate - In a large bowl, combine the orange and lime zests, juice, sugar, oil, rum, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and stir to combine. Marinate for 20-30 minutes.
- Skewer - Prepare skewers by threading 5-6 shrimp onto each skewer. Skewer should go through both the top and bottom of the shrimp, forming a C-shape, so they are easy to turn over when broiling or grilling.
- Broil - Set the oven rack 4-6 inches from heating element and preheat on the Broil mode. Place shrimp skewers on prepared broiler pan or sheet pan with wire rack. Place in the oven and broil for 5 minutes, turning skewers over half way through.
Notes
Instructions if you prefer to Grill - Preheat grill to medium high (400°F). Place skewers on prepared grates (cleaned and oiled). Cook for 1½-2 minutes per side or until shrimp are cooked through and opaque.
Nutrition
Serving: -26gCalories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 31gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 243mgSodium: 762mgPotassium: 469mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 67IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 1mg
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