Easy Grilled Sesame Shrimp with Shishito Peppers

Learn how to master shrimp on the grill and pair it with a delicious lightly spicy and savory shishito for the perfect appetizer or easy dinner. This recipe will elevate any basic shrimp cook and help you become a pro at making grilled shrimp skewers.

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Keyword Easy Grilled Sesame Shrimp with Shishito Peppers

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings -12

Calories 126kcal

Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

1 lb. Peeled & Deveined Shrimp
6 oz. Shishito Peppers
2 tbsp. Sesame Oil divided
2 tbsp Chili Paste or Sauce
1 tbsp. Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
1 Lemon or Lime juiced
1 tsp Salt & Pepper divided
1-2 tsp. Toasted Sesame Seeds

Instructions

1. In a bowl combine, 1 tbsp of sesame oil, the chili paste, soy sauce or coconut aminos, lime juice and a 1/2 tsp of salt and pepper. Coat the shrimp completely and allow it to marinade for up to an hour if desired.
2. Toss the shishito peppers in the remaining sesame oil, salt, and pepper and set them aside as well until you are ready to prep the shrimp.
3. To skewer your shrimp and peppers (do not put on the same skewer) use the two skewer method. Place the skewers no more than an inch apart and thread each shrimp onto both skewers evenly. This makes it easy to turn and easier to grill. Repeat the same process with your peppers as well.
4. Preheat the grill to medium high heat and grill your shrimp and peppers about a minute or two per side. Shrimp should be cooked to 145 F and the peppers should have a slightly blistered skin all the way around.
5. Remove from the grill and removed from the skewers. Toss in a bowl and garnish with the toasted sesame seeds and serve with a dipping sauce or over cauliflower rice.

Notes

For a dipping sauce, combine 1/4 cup of sour cream, a little lemon or lime juice, and some chili paste to taste until you get the right flavor and consistency.

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