Smoky Chipotle Bourbon Shrimp Skewers
A Southern-inspired grilled shrimp appetizer recipe with a spicy kick and smoky flavor that will take your tailgate experience to the next level.
Allergens
Shellfish, Soy
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 wooden skewers
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine bourbon, chipotle peppers, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and half of the cilantro. Blend until smooth.
- Place shrimp in a large bowl and pour the blended sauce over them. Toss to coat evenly and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade, letting excess drip off. Thread 4 5 shrimp onto each skewer and brush with olive oil.
- Grill shrimp skewers for 2 3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Garnish with remaining cilantro and serve immediately.
Chef’s Insight
To add an extra smoky flavor, use mesquite wood chips when grilling.
Notes
Allow shrimp to come to room temperature before threading onto skewers and grilling.