HONEY SESAME SHRIMP "ON THE BARBIE"

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Honey Sesame Shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds shrimp, jumbo, peeled and deveined
5 tablespoons sesame oil, Asian (dark)
3 tablespoons rice cooking wine, sake, or dry sherry
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon Thai sweet chile sauce (optional see note)
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
2 cloves garlic, crushed with the side of a cleaver
2 slices ginger, fresh (1/4 inch thick)
2 scallion, trimmed, white part flattened with the side of a cleaver, green part finely chopped and set aside for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse the shrimp under cold running water, then drain and blot dry with paper towels. Set aside while you prepare the marinade.2. Combine 3 tablespoons of the sesame oil, the rice wine, soy sauce, honey, sesame seeds, chile sauce (if using), and five-spice powder in a large bowl and whisk to blend. Stir in the garlic, ginger, scallions, and shrimp to coat, then cover and let marinate, in the refrigerator, for 30 to 60 minutes.3. Preheat the grill to high.4. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the marinade to a bowl and toss with the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil. Pour the marinade into a saucepan remove and discard the garlic, ginger, and scallion whites, using the slotted spoon. Bring the marinade to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, uncovered, to a thick, syrupy glaze, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.5. When ready to cook, oil the grill grate. Arrange the shrimp on the hot grate and grill, turning with tongs, until nicely browned on the outside and firm and pink inside, about 2 minutes per side. Brush the shrimp with the glaze as they cook.6. Transfer the shrimp to serving plates or a platter and sprinkle with the scallion greens. Serve immediately.Serves 4Note: Sweet chile sauce is the Thai version of ketchup. One good brand to look for is Siriacha. If not available, simply omit.

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Monir Munshi
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This is a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Bongeka Bayanda n Zyanda
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out perfectly. The sauce was also delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit.


DARLENE GOMEZ
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This recipe is amazing! The shrimp were so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mike Beck
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the shrimp. I will definitely be making it again.


Abdulwahid Rajar
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This is my go-to recipe for honey sesame shrimp. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The shrimp are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Justice Ofori
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the shrimp always turn out perfectly. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables.


Ani Joseph
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This is a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Khan Abdali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out perfectly. The sauce was also delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit.


Eric Bradley
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This recipe is amazing! The shrimp were so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Utv Station
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the shrimp. I will definitely be making it again.


Hope McEnder
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This is my go-to recipe for honey sesame shrimp. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The shrimp are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Uzochukwu Ezenagu
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the shrimp always turn out perfectly. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables.


Ambogo Quinter
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This honey sesame shrimp recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.