Best 8 Aquavit Marinated Shrimp Recipes

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Aquavit marinated shrimp is a delightful Scandinavian dish that combines the smoky, herbal flavors of aquavit with the delicate sweetness of shrimp. The result is a mouthwatering appetizer or main course that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy shrimp, this recipe is sure to impress.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED SHRIMP



Marinated Shrimp image

Make and share this Marinated Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 30-40 shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 green onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons seafood sauce or 2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (tobasco)
1 clove garlic, smashed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt
2 lbs medium shrimp, cooked,peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except shrimp in large bowl.
  • Add shrimp and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours or overnight.
  • Transfer shrimp mixture to serving bowl and serve with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.6, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 38.2, Sodium 180.9, Carbohydrate 0.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.2

AQUAVIT-MARINATED SHRIMP



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Categories     Herb     Tomato     Appetizer     Mayonnaise     Shrimp     Spirit     Summer     Dill     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 8. Can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup aquavit
2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds
1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds, crushed
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons whole allspice
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill plus 1 bunch fresh dill sprigs
4 cups water
2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled, tails intact, deveined
1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 cup yellow teardrop tomatoes
1 cup small cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Stir in 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard and 1/4 cup chopped dill. Set marinade aside.
  • Place 1/4 cup chopped dill in medium saucepan. Add 4 cups water. Bring to boil. Stir in shrimp. Remove from heat. Let stand until shrimp are opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Drain shrimp; reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Stir reserved cooking liquid into marinade. Add shrimp. Cover; chill 2 hours, tossing occasionally. Drain; reserve 3 tablespoons marinade.
  • Mix mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard and 3 tablespoons marinade in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. (Shrimp and sauce can be made 6 hours ahead. Chill separately.)
  • Arrange dill sprigs on platter. Arrange shrimp and tomatoes atop dill. Serve with sauce.

SIZZLING CITRUS SHRIMP MARINADE



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Lime juice, grated horseradish, and soy sauce make a mouth-watering marinade for shrimp or scallops.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 ½ tablespoons finely grated raw horseradish
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
24 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add cleaned seafood* and chill. Grill seafood following your favorite method.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 1332.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GRILLED MARINATED SHRIMP



Grilled Marinated Shrimp image

This makes the best shrimp! Remove from skewers and serve on a bed of pasta with sauce for a great meal.

Provided by Robbie Rice

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails attached
6 each skewers

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, mix together olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Reserve a small amount for basting later. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag with shrimp. Seal, and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium-low heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Discard marinade.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp for 5 minutes per side, or until opaque, basting frequently with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 230.4 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SIMPLE MARINATED SHRIMP



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My easy crowd-pleasing recipe is prepared a day ahead of time, cutting down on the need for party-day fuss. I always seem to get a lot of requests for the recipe whenever I make it for a special occasion. -Margaret DeLong, Lake Butler, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
2 medium lemons, cut into slices
1 cup pitted ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. glass serving bowl, combine shrimp, onion, lemons and olives. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over shrimp mixture and stir gently to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED SHRIMP



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My husband's aunt shared this recipe with me ages ago. Not only is it a Christmas Eve tradition in my home, but in the homes of our grown children as well. -Delores Hill, Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 bay leaves
1 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the shrimp, oil, garlic, rosemary, oregano and bay leaves. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. , Pour shrimp and marinade into a large deep skillet. Add wine or broth, salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaves. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a serving dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY GRILLED SHRIMP MARINADE



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Easy marinade for flavorful shrimp with a little kick. My family loves these and the marinade is also great on grilled steak. Serve with a salad and grilled potatoes for a yummy dinner or by themselves as a great appetizer.

Provided by Gustavo'sCupcake

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon dried cilantro
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
metal skewers

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, ketchup, balsamic vinegar, garlic, cilantro, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Add shrimp and coat well. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat a grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Thread shrimp onto skewers.
  • Cook shrimp on preheated grill until pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 172.8 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 429.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

RUMCHATA® MARINATED SHRIMP



RumChata® Marinated Shrimp image

Shrimp marinated with RumChata®, skewered, seasoned with Grill Mates® Montreal Chicken Seasoning, then cooked on the grill.

Provided by Joel Manthei

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 3h16m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound raw jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined
8 wooden skewers
¼ cup rum cream liqueur (such as RumChata®)
2 tablespoons chicken seasoning (such as McCormick® Grill Mates® Montreal Chicken®), or to taste
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Thread shrimp on wooden skewers. Place in a container and cover with rum cream liqueur. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 3 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Pour out rum cream liqueur. Sprinkle chicken seasoning over shrimp. Spray with cooking spray.
  • Grill until shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 176.2 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 511.8 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp: The fresher the shrimp, the better the dish will taste.
  • Marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors of the marinade to penetrate the shrimp.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cook quickly, so be careful not to overcook them. They should be cooked until they are pink and opaque, but still slightly firm.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately: Shrimp are best served immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Aquavit-marinated shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer party or a weeknight meal. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful mixture of aquavit, lemon juice, dill, and garlic, and then grilled or roasted until they are cooked through. The shrimp can be served with a variety of sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or pasta.

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