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Coconut-Rum Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Coconut-Rum Grilled Shrimp Recipe for Your Summer Escape

This Coconut-Rum Grilled Shrimp Recipe is a quick and easy dish perfect for outdoor entertaining, combining sweet coconut and zesty lime flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup coconut milk can be swapped with coconut cream for a richer taste
  • ¼ cup Malibu rum use extra coconut milk for a non-alcoholic alternative
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar honey or agave syrup can be used for a different twist
  • 1 lime lime juice fresh lime is preferred, but bottled juice will work
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of coconut milk, ¼ cup of Malibu rum, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, and the juice of 1 lime. Whisk together until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Add 1 pound of large, peeled, and deveined shrimp to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, aiming for around 375°F to 400°F. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Remove the shrimp from the refrigerator and thread them onto the prepared skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
  5. Place the skewers on the preheated grill, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  6. Remove from the grill and brush the shrimp with reserved marinade.
  7. Serve the skewers immediately as a main dish or appetizer, pairing with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 180mgSugar: 3gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the shrimp marinate for at least 1 hour but no more than 2 hours to avoid a mushy texture. Always soak wooden skewers to prevent burning.

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