Shrimp In A Spicy, Ginger, Garlic Marinade
- 1 lb extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
- 1 tablespoon sliced scallion
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- 1 lime, juice
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sesame oil (if you like it hot) or 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh Thai basil or 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Combine all but the shrimp in a glass bowl with lid. Add shrimp toss to coat and marinade for 20 minutes.
- Remove shrimp from marinade and discard marinade.
- To grill:
- Heat grill to high. Place shrimp soaked wooden skewers or metal skewers on a clean well oil grates cooking to mark on all sides.
- or.
- Stir fry:
- I in a hot wok coated with oil for 3-4 minutes till pink. Do not over cook.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and scallions.
- Serve as an appetizer or over rice for a meal.
shrimp, red chili pepper, fresh garlic, scallion, ginger, lime, peanut oil, hot sesame oil, black pepper, fresh thai basil, brown sugar, soy sauce
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/shrimp-in-a-spicy-ginger-garlic-marinade-427201 (may not work)