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Chipotle Spiced Shrimp |
Ingredients 1/2 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 32 shrimp) 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 1/2 teaspoons water 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped Directions Rinse shrimp in cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside on a plate. To make the marinade, whisk together the tomato paste, water and oil in a small bowl. Add garlic, chili powder and oregano. Mix well. Using a brush, spread the marinade (it will be thick) on both sides of the shrimp. Place in the refrigerator. Prepare a hot fire in a charcoal grill or heat a gas grill or broiler (grill). Away from the heat source, lightly coat the grill rack or broiler pan with cooking spray. Position the cooking rack 4 to 6 inches from the heat source. Put the shrimp in a grill basket or on skewers and place on the grill. Turn the shrimp after 3 to 4 minutes. The cooking time varies depending on the heat of the fire, so watch carefully. Transfer to a plate and serve immediately. Serves 4 Nutritional Analysis (per serving) Serving size: 8 shrimp Calories 73 Cholesterol 85 mg Protein 12 g Sodium 151 mg Carbohydrate 3 g Fiber 1 g Total fat 2 g Potassium 199 mg Saturated fat trace Calcium 37 mg Monounsaturated fat 1 g |