Bahraini Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Lime And Mint
Bahraini Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lime and Mint is a popular dish in Bahraini cuisine, known for its fresh and vibrant flavors. This recipe combines the succulent taste of grilled shrimp with the zesty kick of lime and the refreshing aroma of mint.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 limes, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped mint, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked wooden skewers.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
- Remove from the grill and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Grill Wooden skewers Bowl
Tools
Tongs Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bahraini Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lime and Mint with a side of couscous or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can brush the shrimp skewers with the remaining marinade while grilling.
Cost
$15