Nutmeg Free Orange-Ginger Shrimp Skewers
Bright citrus, warm ginger, and a sticky honey glaze come together on these shrimp skewers in a way that feels both weeknight-easy and dinner-party impressive. The marinade layers fresh orange juice and zest with coconut aminos, garlic, and a double hit of ginger — both grated fresh and ground — for a depth of flavor that punches well above its ingredient list. A smart trick here is pulling out a few tablespoons of the marinade before the shrimp ever touch it, then reducing it down with honey and apple cider vinegar into a glossy glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill or under the broiler. Because every single component is straightforward and clearly labeled, there's no need to second-guess spice blends or bottled sauces that might sneak in unwanted warming spices. The shrimp cook in just a few minutes per side, so the whole thing comes together fast without sacrificing that gorgeous char and caramelized edge. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of orange wedge, and you've got a plate that looks like it took far more effort than it did.
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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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