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Grilled Caribbean Jerk Shrimp

Grilled Caribbean Jerk Shrimp

Cheri Renee
Grilled Caribbean Jerk Shrimp has a simple but flavorful marinade and easy to make dipping sauce, a healthy and yummy meal on the grill!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Caribbean
Servings 4
Calories 142 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds jumbo shrimp (mine were colossal size) peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Caribbean Jerk seasoning (store bought or link to homemade in post above)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce
  • Optional: lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Pat the shrimp dry and place in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce, one tablespoon of the Caribbean jerk seasoning, half of the lime juice, and all of the cilantro. Mix together until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  • Put the mayo in a separate bowl and add the remaining tablespoon of soy sauce and Caribbean jerk seasoning, the rest of the lime juice, and a few dashes of hot sauce. Mix until evenly combined.
  • Put the shrimp onto skewers, if wooden skewers soak them in water for a few hours before.
  • Preheat your grill to medium high for several minutes. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve with the dipping sauce and lime wedges of desired.
Keyword Caribbean Jerk, Easy, Grilled, Grilling Recipe, Healthy, Kabob, Recipe, Shrimp, Skewer