Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Tamarind Dipping Sauce

Succulent jumbo shrimp grilled to perfection and served with a sweet, tangy, and spicy tamarind dipping sauce. This Asian-inspired dish combines the smoky flavors of grilled seafood with a complex sauce featuring tamarind, garlic, and chili.

4 servings
15 min

Ingredients

  • 24 pieces jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • 8 pieces wooden skewers, soaked in water 20 minutes
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup tamarind paste (found in Asian markets)
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • tablespoons red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat grill on high. Thread 3 shrimp on each skewer; season with salt and pepper. Dipping sauce: Mix remaining ingredients in a bowl. Grill shrimp until cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Serve with dipping sauce on the side.

    15 min

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