Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Tamarind Dipping Sauce

Name: Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Tamarind Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 31 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Thai
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; 1½ tablespoons red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon sugar

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

Published October 4, 2025

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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
•1½ tablespoons red pepper flakes
•1 tablespoon sugar

Cooking Instructions

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