CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY SHRIMP

Caribbean Holiday Shrimp image

Skewer these spicy marinated shrimp with toothpicks to create a yummy appetizer. Toss them with greens to make a special salad.

Provided by Sue

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
2 limes, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds large cooked shrimp, peeled, tails on
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

In a large bowl combine oil, ginger, lime juice, garlic, soy sauce, sugar and red pepper; mix well. Stir in shrimp and cilantro. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before serving. Stir occasionally while chilling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 221.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 369 mg, Sugar 0.7 g