Garlic Shrimp Skewers: Easy & Flavorful Recipe

Garlic Skewered Shrimp

YIELD Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 pound raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 3 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces Lettuce leaves (optional)

PREPARATION:

1. Prepare grill or preheat broiler. Soak 4 (12-inch) wooden skewers in hot water 30 minutes. Meanwhile, place shrimp in large plastic resealable food storage bag. Combine soy sauce, oil, garlic and red pepper, if desired, in cup; mix well. Pour over shrimp. Seal bag; turn to coat. Marinate at room temperature 15 minutes.
2. Drain shrimp; reserve marinade. Alternately thread shrimp and onions onto skewers. Place skewers on grid or rack of broiler pan. Brush with reserved marinade; discard any remaining marinade. Grill, covered, over medium-hot coals or broil 5 to 6 inches from heat 5 minutes on each side or until shrimp are pink and opaque. Serve on lettuce-lined plate, if desired.

Serving Suggestion For a more attractive presentation, leave the tails on the shrimp. This recipe appears in: Shellfish NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Serving Size: 1 Skewer (without lettuce) Sodium 464 mg Protein 20 g Fiber <1 g Carbohydrate 2 g Cholesterol 173 mg Saturated Fat 1 g Total Fat 4 g Calories from Fat 32 % Calories 128 DIETARY EXCHANGE: Meat 2-1/2