Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp (Crevettes Grillées au Rhum)

Crevettes Grillées au Rhum, or Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp, is a popular dish in British Virgin Islands cuisine. The succulent shrimp marinated in a flavorful rum glaze and grilled to perfection make for a delightful tropical meal.

Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp (Crevettes Grillées au Rhum)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup dark rum
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the rum, olive oil, garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and slightly charred.
  5. Remove the shrimp from the grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
  6. Serve the grilled shrimp hot with your favorite side dishes.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Grill Skewers Bowl

Tools

Tongs Basting brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp with a side of coconut rice and grilled pineapple for a complete Caribbean-inspired meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading the shrimp to prevent them from burning on the grill.

Cost

$15