MONSTER SHRIMP WITH ORANGE CHILI GLAZE

Monster Shrimp with Orange Chili Glaze image

Provided by Mario Batali

Number Of Ingredients 9

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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 sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 pounds extra-large shrimp (16 to 20-count size), shelled and deveined

Steps:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and discard the marinade.
4. Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat until they are opaque in the centers, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
5. Remove from heat and serve immediately - though they still rock at room temperature.