| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
Sure. Given the shrimp, oranges, spices, and other ingredients, a rough estimate of the nutritional information per serving might look like this:
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 150 | 5g | 1g | 10g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 8g | 2g | 15g | 0.85g |
Keep in mind that these are estimates and actual nutritional content can vary based on the specific ingredients used, portion sizes, and other factors.
Hello there, my fellow food aficionados! With great delight, I’d love to share with you one of my favorite recipes that blends the vivacity of the West Coast aroma with a tinge of my Gujarati origin — the delightful Shrimp and Satsuma Skewers. This dish might appear fairly simplistic at first, nevertheless, its allure lies within its simplicity, transcending the ordinary, and harmoniously bridging the gap between two seemingly divergent culinary traditions.
Embarking on a Culinary Journey
Constantly walking the tightrope of my Californian upbringing and the rich cultural heritage of Gujarat allows my dishes to serve as the passport, ferrying you to an entirely new world, and this is unmistakably witnessed in my Shrimp and Satsuma Skewers. With each morsel, you’d be taking a mouthful journey to the sun-kissed beaches of California to the colorful chaos and spice markets of Gujarat.
Sinking Our Teeth into Health and Well-being
Yet this intersection between American and Gujarati cuisine is not all about tantalizing the palate. It’s also an undertaking to match the rich flavors with equally rich benefits for our health. The subtly sweet Satsuma oranges are packed with robust Vitamin C, gearing up our immune system. All the while, the shrimp offers high-quality proteins and essential Omega-3 fatty acids. Tossed in olive oil, sprinkled with various spices, and skewered to perfection, this dish becomes a symphony of tastes with noteworthy nutritional assets.
If you have had citrus shrimp skewers, you’d definitely fall for my Shrimp and Satsuma Skewers — two dishes sharing similar roots but blooming into entirely different experiences. As for pairing options, a light salad or a bowl of couscous vegetable salad can supplement the skewers, offering a complete, balanced meal.
Have I whispered enough to awaken the cook in you? My Shrimp and Satsuma Skewers are a testament to how one can achieve equilibrium — a perfect symphony of distinct flavors while guaranteeing to tickle taste buds of discerning food adventurers. Happy cooking, everyone!
What You’ll Need
- 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 Satsuma oranges, peeled and cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 fresh lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 6 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Method
Step One
Take the 24 large shrimp and make sure they are peeled and deveined well. Keep them aside for later.
Step Two
Peel two Satsuma oranges and cut them into pieces. These will be skewered later with the shrimp, so make sure the pieces aren’t too small.
Step Three
In a bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, 1 tablespoon white sugar, and half a teaspoon of black pepper. This will act as the seasoning for the shrimp.
Step Four
Add the peeled shrimps into the bowl of spices, followed by 2 tablespoons of olive oil; toss to ensure every shrimp is coated with the mixture. Allow this to marinate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors penetrate the shrimp.
Step Five
While the shrimp are marinating, take the wooden skewers and soak them in water for about 30 minutes. This will prevent them from burning when you grill the skewers.
Step Six
Once the shrimp are well-marinated, thread them on the wooden skewers along with the sliced Satsuma oranges. Aim for a nice alternation between shrimp and orange sections.
Step Seven
Preheat your grill on medium-high heat. Make sure it’s hot before grilling the skewers. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are cooked through and have a nice char.
Step Eight
In the meantime, squeeze fresh lime juice and chop up a quarter cup of fresh cilantro. Once the skewers are off the grill, drizzle with fresh lime juice and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top. Serve hot and enjoy this refreshing, flavorful dish!
