shrimp diablo skewers

Austin, TX
Updated on Jul 9, 2011

Flavorful recipe that has a bite - but you just can't stop eating them!

prep time 1 Hr 30 Min
cook time 5 Min
method ---
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 tablespoons garlic - minced
  • 3 tablespoons onion - minced or powdered
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (fresh and finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup jalopeno slices (loosely packed then minced)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (i used valentina hot sauce)
  • 2 pounds shrimp (raw, peeled, deveined)

How To Make shrimp diablo skewers

  • Step 1
    While thawing shrimp, combine all items above except the shrimp whisk together and pour into a 1 gallon zip lock bag. (I like to make this the day before and let it hang out in the fridge for 24 hours before marinating the shrimp)
  • Step 2
    Once shrimp is thawed, rinse with cold water and let drain for a couple of minutes.
  • Step 3
    Pierce each shrimp a couple of times with a fork and add to the zip lock bag and then mix the 2 pounds well with the marinade after which let marinate in the fridge for 1 to 1.5 hours while laying flat turning and mixing once or twice.
  • Step 4
    Soak wooden skewers in warm water for at least 30 minutes before grilling time. (Last 1/2 hour of the marinating time of the shrimp)
  • Step 5
    Place a sheet of aluminum foil on the grill grate and grease with vegetable oil.
  • Step 6
    Skewer all the shrimp and pour the rest of the marinade on the greased aluminum foil on the grill to form a base layer (like when doing lasagna) and heat up the grill using medium heat.
  • Ready to pull off the grill!
    Step 7
    Lay skewers on the aluminum foil on the grill (may be done in batches) over medium heat a couple of minutes on each side and remove when pink. (Do not overcook!)
  • Step 8
    Remove from grill, de-skewer and enjoy!

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