Lime Shrimp Kabobs Food

LIME-CILANTRO SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes., If desired, add wood chips to grill according to manufacturer's directions. Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. On each of 12 soaked wooden appetizer skewers, thread shrimp., Grill on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes per side.

CHILI-LIME SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Drain and discard marinade., On each of 12 metal or soaked wooden appetizer skewers, alternately thread two shrimp and two red pepper pieces. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.

LIME SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• In a glass measuring cup, squeeze limes, yielding 1/4 cup of juice.
• Add the garlic, pepper, olive oil, and cilantro, and stir.
• Place the shrimp in a medium bowl, and pour the cilantro-lime marinade over the shrimp.
• Let the shrimp marinate for 10 to 15 minutes in the refrigerator (do not let them marinate for more than 30 minutes as the acid of the juice will alter the texture of the shrimp).
• While waiting, alternate cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and shrimp on four skewers.
• Grill the skewers over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the shrimp are just cooked through.