Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp

This easy recipe for coconut lime shrimp is marinated in a blend of puréed coconut, lime zest, lime juice, and jalapeño peppers for a touch of spice. A perfect appetizer for summer cookouts.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 277 Calories

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup shredded coconut
• 2 cloves garlic
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
• 1 medium lime, zested and juiced
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Combine jalapeños, lime zest, lime juice, and garlic in a blender. Add cilantro, coconut, oil, and soy sauce; blend until smooth.

Step 3

Place shrimp in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Pour in marinade and toss to evenly coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Step 4

Remove shrimp from marinade and gently shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade.

Step 5

Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing each shrimp near the head and tail.

Step 6

Place skewers onto the preheated grill; cook until nicely browned on all sides and the meat is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side.