Grilled Shrimp with Korean Sesame Marinade
Transform your next grilling adventure with this irresistible Grilled Shrimp with Korean Sesame Marinade recipe, a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for weeknight meals or backyard gatherings. Juicy shrimp are infused with a bold marinade of soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, honey, and freshly grated ginger, balanced with a hint of heat from gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) and a touch of tang from rice vinegar. Grilled to perfection in just minutes, these shrimp are garnished with toasted sesame seeds and served with a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish. Serve as an appetizer, over rice, or alongside fresh veggies for a complete meal that showcases the vibrant, umami-rich flavors of Korean cuisine. Perfect for seafood lovers and fans of quick, flavorful grilling recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for grilling)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochugaru, rice vinegar, and chopped green onions to make the marinade.
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or pan with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Thread the marinated shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are opaque, lightly charred, and cooked through.
Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve the grilled shrimp hot with lemon wedges on the side and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.4 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2244 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 117.0 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 491 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1752 mg | 37% | |
*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.
