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Grilled Shrimp in Apricot Hoisin Sesame Glaze

Large shrimp marinated in soy and garlic, grilled, and tossed in a warm apricot-hoisin-sesame glaze. Serves up to 24 as an appetizer.

ChineseSeafoodIntermediate20 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
8
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp garlic, finely minced
  • 0.3 cup sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger root, minced
  • 1 cup apricot preserves
  • 8 oz hoisin sauce
  • 2 lb large fresh shrimp, cleaned
  • 2 tbsp garlic, minced
  • 1/8 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in heavy saucepan over medium-high heat and sauté garlic, sesame seeds, and ginger for 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in apricot preserves and hoisin sauce. Reduce heat and keep warm.

  3. 3

    Toss shrimp with garlic, soy sauce, and oil. Marinate up to 4 hours.

  4. 4

    Skewer shrimp and grill over hot coals until just done, about 2 minutes per side.

  5. 5

    Remove shrimp from skewers to heatproof bowl and pour glaze over. Toss to coat.

  6. 6

    Serve warm or cold.

Tags

grilledseafoodshrimpasianessential-seafood