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