Tandoori Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients

2 large garlic cloves sliced
1 piece ginger - (abt 1/2) peeled, sliced
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon crushed dried red pepper flakes - (to 1/2)
8 ounces nonfat plain yogurt
1 pound large shrimp peeled, deveined
Paprika for garnish
Vegetable cooking spray as needed
Fresh lime wedges for garnish

Method

In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, or a blender, combine the garlic, ginger, lime juice, turmeric, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, and yogurt. Blend well and place in a glass bowl until ready to use.

One hour before grilling, place the shrimp into the yogurt marinade.

Soak wooden skewers in warm water to prevent burning. Place the shrimp on the skewers. Sprinkle the top of shrimp with paprika and grill, 4 to 6 inches from source of heat, on a rack that you have lightly coated with cooking spray for one minute. Carefully turn, sprinkle with paprika and grill until shrimp are cooked through, another 2 to 3 minutes.

Place shrimp on platter with fresh lime wedges and serve immediately.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Exchanges Per Serving: 2 1/2 Very Lean Protein, 1/2 Carbohydrate (skim milk).

Nutrition Facts: 110 calories (9% calories from fat), 18 g protein, 1 g total fat (0.2 g saturated fat), 6 g carbohydrates, 0 dietary fiber, 136 mg cholesterol, 200 mg sodium.

Yield

4 Servings


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