Best 6 Grilled Firecracker Shrimp Recipes
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a fiery explosion of flavors! Grilled firecracker shrimp is a culinary masterpiece that combines the smoky goodness of grilled shrimp with a zesty, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce that will leave you craving more. This delectable dish is perfect for backyard barbecues, summer gatherings, or as an appetizer for a special occasion. It's a symphony of flavors and textures that will have your guests begging for the recipe. So, let's dive into the world of grilled firecracker shrimp and explore the culinary wonders that await you!
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
FIRECRACKER SHRIMP
These shrimp certainly have some fire, but if you really like them spicy, adjust the cayenne pepper according to your taste. This is from a cookbook called "The Backyard Barbecue Cookbook"
Provided by teresas
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 21m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Shell the shrimp, leaving tail shells on.
- Skewer six shrimp on each of eight metal skewers.
- Brush with olive oil.
- To make the dry spice mixture: Combine ingredients and sprinkle over the shrimp on both sides.
- Cook on a hot barbecue grill for 4 minutes each side or until shrimp are pink and tender.
FIRECRACKER SHRIMP RECIPE
This firecracker shrimp recipe makes the best firecracker shrimp, with just the right combination of sweet, heat and awesome flavor, ready in minutes!
Provided by Mike Hultquist
Categories Appetizer Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together the chili-garlic sauce, chili oil, sriracha, vinegar, honey, cayenne, lime juice and a bit of salt and pepper together in a small bowl until mixed. This is your firecracker shrimp marinade and glaze.
- Add the shrimp to a large bowl and add half of firecracker shrimp marinade. Toss to evenly coat the shrimp. Refrigerate for 5 to 10 minutes, though you can cook immediately if desired.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan to medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
- Brush on the remaining firecracker shrimp glaze. Reserve any leftover marinade/glaze for serving.
- Garnish and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 2421 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FIRECRACKER SHRIMP
These delightful grilled shrimp from Mary Tallman of Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. The marinade comes together in moments for sizzling shrimp skewers.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 30 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the apricot preserves, oil, soy sauce and pepper flakes. Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers., Grill, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, basting frequently with apricot mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
FIRECRACKER SHRIMP
Steps:
- Peel shrimp, leaving head and tail on. Place barbecue sauce in skillet and set on medium heat. Place shrimp in skillet and cook until they turn pink, approximately 2 minutes on 1 side, and 1 1/2 minutes on the other side. Remove shrimp from skillet and place on plate, pouring any extra sauce from the skillet on top of the shrimp. Drizzle a small amount of horseradish sauce on top of the shrimp and serve.
- Place onions in a food processor with the motor running and then add 1/2 cup of orange juice. In a large pot, melt butter on medium heat and add the onion puree. Add the 1 1/2 cups of orange juice and the rest of the ingredients. Stir and cook on low heat for approximately 25 minutes.
- Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
FIRECRACKER SHRIMP WITH CRANPOTLE DIPPING SAUCE
You'll find bacon wrapped shrimp is always a big hit at parties. I like mine with a little bit of heat and tang. I love this recipe it's so simple to create an amazing appetizer.-Suzanne Forsberg, Manteca, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 20 appetizers (1 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For sauce, place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving., Cut each bacon strip in half widthwise. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Wrap a piece of bacon around each shrimp; thread onto metal or soaked wooden skewers., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink and bacon is crisp. Serve with dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
HABANERO BBQ SHRIMP
Quick and easy grilled shrimp recipe with apricot preserves, habanero pepper, and ginger from Son of a Southern Chef.
Provided by Lazarus Lynch
Categories Shrimp Grill/Barbecue Shellfish Seafood Apricot Jam or Jelly Chile Pepper Soy Sauce Ginger Summer Juneteenth Fourth of July
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together the apricot preserves, lime juice, habanero, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Transfer half the sauce to a large zip-top bag and add the shrimp. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Heat a grill to high or heat a large grill pan over high heat. Brush the grates or the pan with oil. Soak bamboo skewers in water and a wedge lime.
- Thread 5 shrimp onto a bamboo or metal skewer (discard the sauce in the bag) and grill until charred on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes. Do not overcook, please.
- Serve with the remaining sauce on the side for dipping and lime wedges.
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, use shrimp of uniform size.
- To prevent the shrimp from sticking to the grill, lightly oil the grates.
- Cook the shrimp over medium heat to prevent them from overcooking.
- Flip the shrimp halfway through the cooking time to ensure they cook evenly.
- If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- For a more flavorful shrimp, marinate them in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs before grilling.
- Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.
Conclusion:
Grilled firecracker shrimp is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The shrimp are cooked on skewers and then coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. The result is a delicious and flavorful appetizer or main course that is sure to please everyone.
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