Lemon- Chili Shrimp Skewers
Shrimp is a favorite for many and easy to prepare. Try out this lightly refreshing, yet spicy recipe!
Highlights:
- Makes: 4 servings
- Serving Size: 2 skewers each
- Carb Grams Per Serving: 8
- Diabetic Exchanges: Vegetables (d.e): 1; Lean Meat (d.e): 3
Ingredients:
1 pound fresh or frozen large shrimp
2 green onions cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
16 cherry tomatoes
1 medium green pepper cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/3 cup reduced-sugar ketchup
1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel (set aside)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 clove garlic, minced
How to prepare:
Thaw the shrimp (if frozen) and devein. Rinse the shrimp and pat dry with a paper towel. On eight 10-inch long metal skewers alternately thread the pieces of shrimp, green onion pieces, cherry tomatoes and green pepper together.
Create the sauce by using a small bowl to mix together the ketchup, lemon juice, chili powder and garlic. Use half of the sauce to brush the shrimp and vegetables while on the skewers.
To grill, place the skewers on the greased grill rack directly over medium-hot coals. Grill uncovered for five to eight minutes or until the shrimp turn opaque. Turn each of the skewers once and brush with the remaining sauce halfway through grilling.
Source: Diabetic Living
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