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Grilled Tamarind Shrimp: Camarones al Tamarindo a la Parilla by Karen Hursh Graber © 2008

Fish and seafood get a wonderful flavor boost from tamarind. The addition of chipotle chiles and honey make this a good marinade for chicken and pork, too. When using wooden skewers to grill food, remember to soak them first to avoid charring.

Ingredients


  • 1 ½ pounds medium shrimp, peeled
  • 3 ounces tamarind pulp
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotles in adobo
  • 1 ½ cups hot water or chicken broth

Preparation


Place the shrimp in a non-reactive bowl. Mix all other ingredients and pour over shrimp.

Cover and marinate the shrimp at least 1 hour, but not more than 2 hours, in the refrigerator. Discard any remaining marinade.

Remove the shrimp from the marinade and thread on wooden skewers. Grill 5 to 6 inches over hot coals for 2 minutes on each side. Shrimp may also be broiled. Makes 4 servings.


Link to Source Article
Tart, Tasty Tamarind: From Candy to Cocktails

Published or Updated on: April 28, 2008 by Karen Hursh Graber © 2009
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Follow Karen as she travels through the Central Mexican state of Puebla, meeting local cooks, tasting the food, and collecting recipes. With over 75 recipes, plus sections on ingredients and cooking techniques, the book takes the reader on a journey through one of Mexico's oldest and most renowned culinary regions. It can be ordered online.

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