Nitrate & Nitrite Free Orange-Ginger Shrimp Skewers
Bright citrus, warm ginger, and a sticky honey glaze come together on these grilled shrimp skewers in a way that feels restaurant-worthy but is completely doable at home. The marinade leans on fresh orange juice, orange zest, and coconut aminos — a naturally brewed soy sauce alternative that brings savory depth without any of the additives you'd find in conventional condiments. Fresh ginger and garlic do the heavy lifting on aromatics, while ground turmeric adds a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous golden hue. A quick reduction of the reserved marinade with raw honey and apple cider vinegar creates a glossy glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill or under the broiler. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden preservatives sneaking into your meal. Serve them straight off the skewers with fresh cilantro and orange wedges, and this dish is as vibrant on the plate as it is on the palate.
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6 servings
For the marinade and shrimp
- 2 lbs large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined, tails on
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from about 1 orange)
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For the glaze
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 orange, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, coconut aminos, melted coconut oil, fresh ginger, garlic, ground turmeric, ground ginger, and sea salt until combined. Reserve 3 tablespoons of this marinade in a small saucepan and set aside for the glaze — do this before adding the shrimp.
- 2
Add the shrimp to the remaining marinade in the bowl (or transfer to a large zip-top bag), toss to coat, and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 1 hour, as the citrus will begin to break down the shrimp's texture.
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