Grilled Kung Pao Shrimp

4.6
(12)

Grilled flavorful shrimp with a little kick.

6
6
6
6
6
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
1 pound shrimp

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar

  • ¼ cup Asian (toasted) sesame oil

  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root

  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions

  1. Whisk soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl. Add shrimp to bowl; gently stir to coat shrimp completely. Set aside to marinate at least 5 minutes.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  3. Remove shrimp from marinade and shake off any excess. Discard remaining marinade.

  4. Grill shrimp until bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Editor's Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the marinade ingredients. The actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

455 Calories
30g Fat
7g Carbs
40g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 455
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 38%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 345mg 115%
Sodium 2203mg 96%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 40g 80%
Vitamin C 9mg 9%
Calcium 94mg 7%
Iron 6mg 36%
Potassium 485mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.