How to Make Spicy Chipotle Grilled Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy Chipotle Grilled Shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the smoky and spicy flavors of chipotle peppers with succulent grilled shrimp, creating a mouthwatering dish that will impress your family and friends.

Grilling shrimp is a fantastic way to bring out the natural sweetness of the seafood while adding a hint of smokiness, and the addition of chipotle peppers takes this dish to a whole new level. The smoky, earthy fla...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • wooden or metal skewers

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Mix together the garlic, chipotle peppers, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, cilantro, kosher salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Stir in the shrimp, and mix well to thoroughly coat. Marinate for 30 minutes in refrigerator.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove the shrimp from the marinade, and discard excess marinade. Thread about 5 shrimp per skewer, and grill on the preheated grill until the shrimp turn pink and opaque in the center, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    150 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 230mg
    • Sodium: 607mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 63mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 282mg