Sesame prawn shrimp skewers are a delightful dish that combines the delicate flavors of shrimp with the nutty, savory taste of sesame seeds. They are a quick and easy appetizer or main course that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are grilling them outdoors or cooking them indoors in a skillet, these skewers are sure to impress your taste buds. The succulent shrimp is marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, then coated in a mixture of sesame seeds and panko breadcrumbs. This creates a crispy outer layer that contrasts perfectly with the tender, juicy interior of the shrimp. Served with a dipping sauce of your choice, these skewers are a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave you wanting more.
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SKEWERED SESAME SHRIMP
Skewered shrimp is easy to turn during cooking; you can also saute shrimp on their own. These shrimp are perfect with buttered rice or noodles and sauteed greens. Regular or sugar snap peas would also be a good choice.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Thread 3 shrimp onto each of eight 6-inch bamboo skewers. Combine soy sauce and vinegar in a shallow dish, and put sesame seeds on a plate. Dip each skewer of shrimp into the soy-vinegar mixture, and then dip both sides in the sesame seeds.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add skewered shrimp, and cook until shrimp are opaque, about 3 minutes on each side. Transfer skewers to a plate. Pour the remaining soy-vinegar mixture into the hot pan, and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 15 seconds. Drizzle sauce over shrimp, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 g, Fat 10 g, Protein 25 g
SESAME SHRIMP SKEWERS
These Sesame Shrimp Skewers are the perfect gluten-free dish for busy nights. They only require 5 ingredients and a few minutes to make!
Provided by Annie Holmes
Categories Main Dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Make marinade by combining the sesame oil, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce and minced garlic.
- Place shrimp and half of the marinade in a ziplock bag for at least 15 minutes to let flavors blend.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers (discard any marinade left in bag).
- Grill 2-3 minutes on each side, or until shrimp is cooked through.
- Brush with remaining marinade and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS WITH SOY SAUCE, FRESH GINGER AND TOASTED SESAME SEEDS
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories appetizer
Time 1h19m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soak 4-inch wooden skewers in cold water for 1 hour. Thread 1 shrimp onto each skewer so that the shrimp lie flat.
- Whisk together the soy, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, white wine vinegar, lime juice and peanut oil together in a small bowl. Place shrimp skewers onto a plate and drizzle with peanut oil to lightly coat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat grill. Grill shrimp 2 minutes per side or until just cooked through. Place shrimp on a platter, drizzle with vinaigrette and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
SESAME SHRIMP
My husband tells me this quick recipe looks elegant and tastes awesome!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, lemon juice, garlic powder and lemon-pepper; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes., Drain and discard marinade. In a skillet, saute shrimp in remaining sesame oil until shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes. Serve with rice if desired. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts :
TERIYAKI PRAWN SKEWERS
Provided by Food Network
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk marinade ingredients together in a bowl. Place shrimp in a plastic bag with marinade for 1 to 2 hours and refrigerator. Soak bamboo skewers in water for the same amount of time to prevent burning. Using 2 bamboo skewers skewer the prawns alternating with a scallion pieces and pepper pieces so the brochettes will lay flat and be easy to flip over. Grill on each side for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve.;
SESAME PRAWN (SHRIMP) SKEWERS
USe 12 large prawns for this recipe to make 4 skewers. You can use smaller prawns but you will need to increase the quantity used. This recipe can be gluten-free by using a gf tamari or soy sauce and gf . Preparation time includes 30 minutes marinating time
Provided by Jubes
Categories Asian
Time 55m
Yield 4 skewers, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel and devein the prawns, leaving the tail intact for presentation.
- Combine all of the remaining marinade ingredients and toss thru the prawns.
- Refrigerate 30 minutes only. (do not allow to marinate longer than the 30 minutes).
- Remove the prawns from the marinade and thread onto the skewers.
- Roll the skewered prawns onto the sesame seeds using a dinner plate or chopping board.
- BBQ or grill on high for approx 2 minutes each side.
PRAWN AND ASPARAGUS SKEWERS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: butter, lemon, garlic cloves, mixed herbs, salt, pepper, raw prawn, fresh asparagus, bamboo skewer
Provided by Evelyn Liu
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add the lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper into the melted butter and mix well.
- On soaked bamboo sticks, skewer on the prawns and asparagus. Repeat until the skewer is full. Brush the butter mix onto to skewer.
- On a coal BBQ, cook the steak skewers for 1-2 minutes a side, until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 0 grams
SKEWERED SHRIMP & VEGETABLES
Serve these flavorful and colorful kabobs as an appetizer or as the main dish-either way, guests will love them! -Sharon Wilson, Afton, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Pour 2/3 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add shrimp. Seal the bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and vegetables. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, turning once and basting frequently with reserved marinade. If desired, serve with rice; sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SESAME CHICKEN & PRAWN SKEWERS
Serve these chicken and prawn canapés with drinks when you're entertaining. They're not only tasty but healthy and low-fat too
Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer
Categories Canapes
Time 20m
Yield Makes 20
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the ginger, garlic, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice and sesame seeds. Divide between two bowls, then add the chicken pieces to one and the prawns to the other. Toss both mixtures well, then leave to marinate in the fridge for 15 mins.
- Cook the chicken in a frying pan over a medium-high heat for 3 mins, then push to one side and add the prawns to the other side of the pan. Cook for 2 mins until the prawns are pink and the chicken is cooked through (use two separate pans if anyone you're cooking for has an allergy or is a pescatarian). Put the broccoli in a microwaveable bowl with a splash of water, then cover and cook on high for 5 mins.
- Thread half of the skewers with chicken and broccoli and the other half with prawns and broccoli.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh prawns or shrimp.
- If you are using frozen prawns or shrimp, thaw them completely before using.
- To make the skewers, soak the bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
- To make the sesame sauce, whisk all of the ingredients together in a bowl until smooth.
- To cook the skewers, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the skewers with oil and then grill them for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
- Serve the skewers warm, with the sesame sauce on the side.
Conclusion:
Sesame prawn or shrimp skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. The sesame sauce is the perfect complement to the prawns or shrimp, and it adds a delicious flavor that will leave you wanting more.
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