#98 :: Ginger Lime Soy Shrimp

I thought this marinade smelled kinda funny and wasn't sure if I would like it or not. Then when Jamie dropped them onto the grill, the smell turned heavenly! I wasn't really sure what to pair this shrimp with, since it had such a variety of interesting ingredients in the marinade....so we decided to put it on top of a simple salad of Romain lettuce and feta cheese. It was light and wonderful!

Ingredients

• 2 large shallots, peeled and chopped
• 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped (we used 1/2 tsp of ground ginger)
  
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 3/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup peanut oil
• 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 2 pounds large shrimp, shells and tails on

Directions

Place shallots, ginger, garlic, soy, lime juice, and sugar in a blender and blend until smooth. Add the green onion and oil and blend until combined. Season with black pepper, to taste. Place shrimp in a large bowl, pour the marinade over, and let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.

Preheat a grill to high. Remove shrimp from the marinade and grill for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Serve on brown paper bags, if desired.

Makes 8 servings

Recipe from Boy Meets Grill on Food Network

Star Rating: 4.5 out of 5