FIRECRACKER SHRIMP

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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

1/2 cup apricot preserves
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined

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.

Victor Nna
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Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe. I wouldn't recommend it.


Male Delana
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The sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar.


Imraan Mohammed Islam
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I found that the shrimp were a bit overcooked. I would recommend cooking them for a shorter amount of time.


Jos Mudar
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These shrimp were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Tylah Fairbrother
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed these. The sauce was so flavorful and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Arafat lulu
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I served these shrimp with a side of steamed broccoli and it was a perfect meal.


devin hall
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I used a little bit of brown sugar instead of white sugar in the sauce and it gave it a really nice caramelized flavor.


Gladys Garcia
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.


Rs Robi
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These shrimp were so easy to make and they turned out so well. I'll definitely be making them again.


Naveed Bhatti balak
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I served these shrimp over a bed of rice and they were delicious. The sauce soaked into the rice and made it extra flavorful.


Bryan Reed
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but these shrimp were surprisingly mild. The sauce had just the right amount of heat.


Umar Health
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the shrimp.


Md Onim
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I used frozen shrimp for this recipe and they worked out great. I just thawed them before cooking.


Logan Lyon
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I added a little bit of extra Sriracha to the sauce for a bit more heat. It was delicious!


Beth Altis
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out perfectly. I served them with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables.


Belinda Morgan
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The shrimp are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy.


olinda chinogara
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These firecracker shrimp were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.