Chili Garlic Shrimp from Barefeet in the Kitchen

• Vegan
• Gluten free

• Produce

  • 4 large cloves Garlic

• Condiments

  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice, fresh

• Baking & Spices

  • 2 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 3/4 tbsp Granulated sugar

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 5/16 cup Olive oil

Found on savingdessert.com

Description

Ingredients

• 1 lb. large raw deveined shrimpFor the Marinade:
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2-tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• 2-large cloves garlic, minced
• 2-teaspoons chili powder
• 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon Kosher saltTo cook the shrimp:
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 large cloves garlic, minced (not used for grilled shrimp)
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar

Directions

• Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove the shells if desired.
• For the marinade combine ¼ cup olive oil, lemon juice, 2 minced cloves garlic, chili powder, 1½ tablespoons sugar and salt in a large ziplock bag. Add the shrimp and turn to coat. Allow the shrimp to marinate for 15 minutes on the counter top.
• Heat a large stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and when it shimmers, add the remaining garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1 minute, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sugar. Sauté for another 30 seconds and then add the shrimp in a single layer. Discard the extra marinade. Cook the shrimp for 2 minutes, then turn and increase the heat to high and cook for 2 minutes while reducing any remaining liquid. Remove the shrimp from the pan when its pink and cooked through.
• Serve immediately.