Grilled Chipotle Shrimp Cocktail
Elevate your appetizer game with this smoky and spicy Grilled Chipotle Shrimp Cocktail, a tantalizing twist on the classic starter. Juicy, marinated shrimp are infused with bold flavors from chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, and lime juice, then perfectly charred on the grill for a hint of smokiness. Paired with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce featuring horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of hot sauce, each bite delivers the perfect balance of heat and tang. Quick to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for summer barbecues, dinner parties, or simply indulging your seafood cravings. Serve with fresh lime wedges for a bright finishing touch that ties all the flavors together.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
- 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 wedges lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, add peeled and deveined shrimp. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil, then sprinkle the spice mix over the shrimp. Toss to coat evenly.
Cover the bowl and marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
While the shrimp is marinating, prepare the cocktail sauce by combining ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Stir well, then chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Thread the shrimp onto skewers, leaving a small gap between each shrimp to ensure even cooking.
Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink, opaque, and have nice grill marks. Avoid overcooking.
Remove the shrimp from the grill and let cool slightly. Serve them on a platter with lime wedges and the chilled cocktail sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 225 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 579 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 390 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
