MONSTER SHRIMP WITH ORANGE CHILI GLAZE

Monster Shrimp With Orange Chili Glaze image

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Time 3h12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about 2 oranges)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon asian red chili paste
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves
3 scallions, green parts only, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 chipotle chile in adobo
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 lbs extra-large shrimp, shelled and deveined (16 to 20-count size)

Steps:

Put the orange juice, cilantro, chili paste, olive oil, garlic, scallion, chipotle, and salt in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade and blend until smooth.
Place the shrimp in a resealable freezer bag and pour the orange juice mixture over the shrimp. Chill in a refrigerator or ice-filled cooler for 2 to 3 hours but no longer.
Remove the shrimp from the marinade and discard the marinade.
Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat until they are opaque in the centers, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.5, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 285.6, Sodium 1577.2, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 31.4