Description
Mozambican Peri-Peri Shrimp Skewers are a flavorful delight, perfect for grilling and packed with spicy, zesty flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons peri-peri sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Wood or metal skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, peri-peri sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
- Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the marinade.
- Serve the skewers with a side of rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mozambican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: Salt content varies
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g