Seeds Free Orange-Ginger Shrimp Skewers
Bright citrus, warming ginger, and a sticky-sweet glaze come together on these shrimp skewers in a way that feels restaurant-worthy but is completely doable at home. The marinade leans on fresh orange juice, orange zest, coconut aminos, and a double hit of ginger — both fresh-grated and ground — for a flavor that's bold, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. A quick reduction of honey and apple cider vinegar transforms a portion of that same marinade into a glossy glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill or under the broiler. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from seeds and seed-derived additives, so there's no label-scanning or ingredient-swapping required — coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce without any of the usual concerns, and coconut oil keeps things clean from start to finish. The shrimp only need 30 minutes in the marinade before hitting the heat, and they cook in just a few minutes per side, making this a genuinely fast weeknight option that still feels special. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of orange wedge, and you've got a platter that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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