Marinated Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

Recipe courtesy Michael Chiarello, 2007

Show: Easy Entertaining with Michael ChiarelloEpisode: Grilling by the Pool

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Cook Time:
3 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 appetizer servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
Inactive Prep: 4 hr 0 min
Cook: 3 min
Total:: 4 hr 23 min

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Ingredients

1 pound large prawns (size 16 to 20 or larger), shells on
1/2 cup citrus olive oil
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes, or metal skewers
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Citrus Aioli, optional, recipe follows

Directions

Cut along the back about 1/4-inch deep through the shell of each prawn to remove the vein. Put prawns in a shallow, non-aluminum baking dish.

In a small bowl, whisk together citrus oil, onion, garlic, cilantro, and lemon juice. Pour over prawns, cover, and let marinate, refrigerated, 1 to 4 hours.

Preheat grill or broiler.

When ready to cook, thread prawns on skewers and discard marinade. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and grill or broil, turning once, until just done, 2 to 3 minutes.

Shrimp can be served warm or at room temperature. They are delicious on their own or with Citrus Aioli.

Cook's Note: Leaving the shells on the prawns protects them from drying out during cooking. This method works so well that I use it often when preparing shrimp or prawns for salads, pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. Simply reduce the cooking time if they will later be cooked more, for instance as part of a sauce or pizza topping. Peel shrimp after they come off the grill.

Quick Citrus Aioli:

2 cloves garlic

Coarse salt

1 cup prepared mayonnaise

2 lemons, zested

1 lemon, juiced

Freshly ground black pepper

Using a mortar and pestle, or on a cutting board, finely mash the garlic cloves with a pinch of salt.

In a bowl, mix the garlic paste with remaining ingredients and serve. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

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S Wallington, NJ 09-23-2009
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Here are directions for making the citrus oil!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I noticed one of the reviewers said they couldn't find 'citrus oil' in the store. I recently learned how to make citrus oil... from scratch and I'd like to share it with everybody, here's how it goes: Zest one lemon in one inch strips removing all the white stuff on the back of the peel called 'pith'. Put it in 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil in a small sauce pan and heat it about 3 minutes until lemon peel is golden. Remove peel from the oil and use the oil in the recipe!! Double this citrus oil recipe to insure you'll have more than enough for the grilled shrimp recipe which calls for 1/2 cup citrus oil. hope this helps!! Great grilled shrimp recipe!! Read more
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marc sherman oaks, CA 06-24-2009
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Fantastic app or main dish
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This has become a signature / staple dish at my house. It gets rave reviews every time I serve it. One recipe note: I... substitute at least 1/2 of the mayo with low fat Greek yogurt (and a little extra lemon juice to thin the sauce if nec). The yogurt is much healthier and it adds a wonderful tangy flavor!Read more
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Deanna Ridgewood, NJ 06-22-2009
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Forgot the aioli!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I looked at the ingredients and I knew it would be terrific...and it was. I usually peel the shrimp before I cook them, no... matter how I prepare them but they definitely were better grilled with the shells on. I made my own version of the aioli the day before and called people the next day to ask how they liked it. (I forgot to serve it!) I was told the shrimp were perfect without.Read more
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KAREN BRIDGE CITY, TX 05-31-2009
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Best Shrimp That I've Ever Made!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This recipe is excellent!! My husband and I enjoyed it so much. It was very easy to make and tasted delicious. I would not... change a thing.Read more
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Jocelyne Portland, ME 05-24-2009
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Delicieux!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Easy, simple and very tasty. I served them over a fresh salad...and dinner was served. What a hit! Thank you!
recipe Marinated Grilled Shrimp Cocktail
Sally Ashburn, VA 05-01-2009
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Fabulous party appetizer
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Oh my gosh, this recipe is so fabulous and easy to prepare!! However, you must love, love, garlic to enjoy the sauce to... it's fullest. Give it a try. You and your guests will be glad you did. I take it everywhere I'm asked to bring an appetizer and it always gets rave reviews. Sally B. Ashburn, VARead more