Grilled Shrimp with Cilantro Sauce

By á-5184

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
• 4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 3 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 12 uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 25mins

Preparation

Step 1

In a small food processor, combine the cilantro, ginger and garlic; cover and process until cilantro and garlic are chopped. While processing, gradually add oil and lemon juice in a steady stream until smooth. Transfer to a small serving bowl; set aside.
Thread shrimp onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers. Sprinkle with lemon-pepper. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack.
Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once. Serve with cilantro sauce. Yield: 4 servings.



Nutrition Facts: 3 shrimp with 3 tablespoons sauce equals 294 calories, 26 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 93 mg cholesterol, 327 mg sodium, 3 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 13 g protein.